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Master of Biology in Zoology
- Aberystwyth, United Kingdom
- 4 years
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
Master of Biology in Zoology at Aberystwyth University (Department of Life Sciences), studied full-time on campus in Aberystwyth over 4 years.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (1.5 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Critically evaluate advanced concepts in Biology in Zoology. Apply specialist methods to complex problems and communicate evidence-based conclusions in professional or academic settings.
Career outcomes
- Life scientist
- zoology research
- research roles with Masters-level qualification
- Royal Society of Biology membership
- PhD study
Curriculum
- 4-year full-time programme built mainly from 20-credit modules. Core and compulsory modules include Cell Biology
- Comparative Animal Physiology
- Ecology and Conservation
- Genetics
- Evolution and Diversity
- Microbial and Plant Diversity
- Skills for Wildlife Scientists.
Entry requirements
Academic
- Typical offer per the course page: UCAS Tariff 144 - 128 A Levels ABB-AAA to include B in A-level Biology/Human Biology GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4): English or Welsh
- Mathematics and a Science subject BTEC National Diploma: Not accepted: International Baccalaureate: 30-32 to include 6 points in Biology at Higher Level European Baccalaureate: 75% overall with 7 in a relevant science
Accepted academic background
Upper secondary qualification such as A Levels, IB or country equivalent
Language tests
- IELTS 6.0 / 6.5 with minimum 5.5 per component
- TOEFL iBT 88 / 93
- PTE Academic 59
- Cambridge C1 Advanced C with 162 per component (undergraduate table
Documents you’ll need
- Academic Transcripts
- Degree Certificate
- Personal Statement
- Academic References
How to apply
- Review the programme entry requirements and the intake deadline. Apply using the postgraduate admissions portal and upload academic records and the supporting documents for your course. Provide English proficiency evidence if required. Follow the admission decision and arrange a student visa if applicable.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £23,255 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | _ |
| Deposit | _ |
Program details
| Campus | Penglais Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | Department of Life Sciences |
| Department | Department of Life Sciences |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | _ |
| Study pace | _ |
| Post-study stay | 1.5 years |
| Scholarship note | Global Citizens Scholarship for eligible new international fee-paying students from 2027/28: 3,800 GBP tuition reduction for sciences Master study, with qualifying university accommodation support. Applicants must meet the award conditions; certain courses are excluded. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
No deadline listed
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 4 years.
Tuition is £23,255 GBP per year. The estimated living cost is £14,436 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.0 / 6.5 with minimum 5.5 per component, TOEFL iBT 88 / 93, PTE Academic 59, Cambridge C1 Advanced C with 162 per component (undergraduate table.