Zoology BSc (Hons)
Liverpool John Moores University
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Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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**Why study Zoology at Liverpool John Moores University?**- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology- LJMU ranked 18th in the UK for Zoology (The Guardian University Guide 2025)- Optional residential fieldwork (self-funded) at level 5 (possible destination Cairngorms National Park, Scotland) and Level 6 (Doñana National Park, Spain)- Option to undertake a 4-6 week placement and/or a 12-month sandwich placement in the UK or overseas- Easy access to local zoos and diverse habitat sites- ...Read more


Why study Zoology at Liverpool John Moores University?

- Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology- LJMU ranked 18th in the UK for Zoology (The Guardian University Guide 2025)- Optional residential fieldwork (self-funded) at level 5 (possible destination Cairngorms National Park, Scotland) and Level 6 (Doñana National Park, Spain)- Option to undertake a 4-6 week placement and/or a 12-month sandwich placement in the UK or overseas- Easy access to local zoos and diverse habitat sites- Excellent prospects in a range of animal-related careers, including veterinary-related science, animal training, ecological consultancy, animal welfare and conservation- 95% of students surveyed said the teaching staff were good at explaining things (NSS 2024) - This degree is available to study following a foundation year- International Foundation Year course available offering direct progression onto this degree programme - visit LJMU's International Study Centre to find out more


About your course

The professionally-accredited BSc (Hons) Zoology at Liverpool John Moores University offers you exciting opportunities to complete work placements and field trips both in the UK and overseas.Zoology is the scientific study of animals, both living and extinct. It encompasses all aspects of biology, from biochemistry and cell biology to ecology and behaviour, and examines animals in the context of their evolution and their environment, allowing you to specialise in your own areas of interest via placements, projects and modules in levels 5 and 6.Practical hands-on experience is an important aspect of the course and we have a wealth of local facilities and fieldwork sites on our doorstep. These include three major zoological collections (Chester Zoo, Knowsley Safari Park and the Blue Planet Aquarium), as well as the diverse habitat sites of the North Wales and Lancashire coasts and inland ecosystems in Snowdonia and the Lake District.One of the real bonuses of this course is the opportunity for residential fieldwork at Level 4 (core), Level 5 (optional) and Level 6 (optional). At Level 6 this is normally overseas and the possible destination is the Doñana National Park, Spain where you can learn ecological and behavioural field work skills. These are in addition to further extended fieldwork opportunities through work placements of 4-6 weeks and/or a 12-month sandwich placement with a relevant organisation in the UK or overseas.

Key stats

CUG Subject Ranking
CUG Subject Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
73rd
CUG Ranking
CUG Ranking
Source: Complete University Guide 2025
81st
Zoology
Drop-out rate
Drop-out rate
The percentage of students who didn't finish the course.
Calculated by 100% - (% of students continuing course + % of students completed course)
100 - 95 = 5% Drop-out rate Source: UNISTATS, 2019
5%
Employment rate
Employment rate
The percentage of students in full-time work 6 months after finishing their course.
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
93%
Average salary
Average salary
Source: UNISTATS, 2019
Zoology graduate salary at this uni
£17,000
UK Zoology graduate salary
£17,000
What students say
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Louie
04 Mar 25

The 24 hour liabry does help a lot and this university is good when it comes to understanding external stressors and being mindful of them and it is a good uni for understanding..Read more

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Rachel
04 Mar 25

There is a lot of areas available for independent study including the library and student life building. Quiet and clean area where I can focus and get work done..Read more

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Scottish Higher:

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UCAS Tariff:

104 - 112 Grades / Points required

Access to HE Diploma:

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

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Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):

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Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):

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Minimum Number of A Levels: 2Maximum AS UCAS Points: 20Subject requirements: A Level Grade C or above in Biology or related science

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

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Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

Acceptable on its own and combined with other qualifications.

Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.

To obtain the required UCAS points from a related subject area. Contact the Course Enquiries team for details.

Popular A-level subjects

Zoology

Top 5 A-levels taken by students who study this subject at uni.

Biology
63%
Chemistry
28%
Psychology
23%
Mathematics
16%
History
16%
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£9,250 per year

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Students from England

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Scotland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Northern Ireland. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from Channel Islands

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Channel Islands. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£18,250 per year

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Please note: fees do vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

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£18250 Per year

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Latest Zoology reviews

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Louie
04 Mar 25
Zoology with Foundation Year BSc (Hons)
The 24 hour liabry does help a lot and this university is good when it comes to understanding external stressors and being mindful of them and it is a good uni for understanding...
Read more
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Rachel
04 Mar 25
Zoology BSc (Hons)
There is a lot of areas available for independent study including the library and student life building. Quiet and clean area where I can focus and get work done...
Read more
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