Zoology

University of Southampton

About this courseZoology is key to tackling some of the major challenges facing our planet today. On your three-year Zoology degree, you'll benefit from close links with Marwell Wildlife and explore all areas of animal life from cell biology to entire ecosystems, developing an understanding of fields including evolution, conservation, and behaviour through our broad range of modules.You'll graduate with extensive experience and expertise from our academic staff, who embed their high-profile research into our degrees. Through the flexibility to tailor your course to your passions you'll kickstart you career in the sector that interests you most; recent graduates have explored careers in fields ranging from veterinary medicine and conservation, to animal or farm management.Key features of the course:- Study surrounded by researchers who shape the programme with their world-changing research- Gain real-life skills suited to industry, to enhance your employment prospects- Benefit from our unique link with world-renowned conservation charity Marwell Wildlife, located only a few miles from our campus in Southampton, which provides another opportunity to develop specific interests and expertise in zoology that can also propel your career- Seize opportunities to study abroad at partner universities around the world, and from field trips in locations across the UK and locations abroad like Spain and Belize- Join a University where 96% of Biological Sciences graduates were in employment or further study 15 months after graduating (Graduate Outcomes 2022/23, published 2025).Student supportFrom day one, you'll join a welcoming and supportive Biological Sciences community home to researchers who are paving the way for advancements in science and eager to share their findings with their peers and our student community. You'll be supported by your personal academic tutor and guided throughout your degree to ensure you graduate primed and ready for your future career in industry, in research, or in further study.Further informationBiological Sciences programmes at Southampton are accredited by the Royal Biological Society, meaning you'll graduate from a course commended across the sector.