Zoology with Professional Experience BSc (Hons)
University of Reading
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 60 graduates of Zoology with Professional Experience BSc (Hons) and other courses in Zoology at University of Reading for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Zoology.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Zoology courses of University of Reading
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Zoology
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Zoology at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £21500 | £17000 | £22000 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £25000 | £14500 - £22500 | £18500 - £27500 |
All Zoology courses of University of Reading
Salary of all UK Graduates of Zoology
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20811 | £17855 | £21702 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18257 - £24257 | £13861 - £22312 | £17266 - £27104 |
All Zoology courses in the UK
Course Description
Study animals in their natural habitat – gaining expertise in evolution, physiology, behaviour and conservation – with our BSc Zoology with Professional Experience degree.
Not many degrees give you the opportunity to get your hands on a lion’s skull at the University’s own museum, but with our four-year BSc Zoology with Professional Experience course, that’s just a tiny part of what’s on offer.
Zoology is the science of animals: whether you’re passionate about one particular group of animals, or interested in the subject as a whole, we’ll help you get the most out of your degree.
Choose BSc Zoology with Professional Experience at the University of Reading
- 93% of graduates from Biological Sciences are in work or further study within 15 months of graduation (based on HESA data, Graduate Outcomes Survey 2019/20; includes all Biological Sciences responders).
- All graduates are eligible for membership of The Royal Society of Biology and can apply for Chartered Biologist status.
Many other universities offer a one-size-fits-all, shared first year to all students – from ecologists to biochemists – but, at Reading, you’ll study animals from day one.
Enthusiastic academics from the School of Biological Sciences will teach you about animal life at all levels, from the simplest forms through to birds and mammals.
Your zoology studies will explore the breadth of the animal world, including:
- populations
- ecosystems
- animal behaviour
- evolution
- biodiversity
- conservation.
Our wide range of optional modules enables you to follow your specific interests in this vast, fascinating area of study.
Professional experience
This degree includes an integrated year-long work placement, between your second and final year.
Placements are available across the UK and around the world – past students have travelled to regions as diverse as Canada, New Zealand, the Azores, and Iceland.
Recent placements have included:
- Bristol Zoo
- Wildfowl and Wetlands Trust
- Game and Wildlife Conservation Trust
- Quantock Ecology
- Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl).
- Environment Agency.
You’ll receive advice and support to find your ideal placement. For more information, visit our Zoology placement webpages.
- Luke Forrest completed a one-year placement at Dstl, enhancing the behaviour and training of operational search dogs, and acquired the skills and experience to land a job with them after he graduated.
Recognised by the Royal Society of Biology for the purpose of associate membership.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
All Zoology courses of University of Reading
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Zoology with Professional Experience BSc (Hons) at University of Reading
| 25% | Administrative occupations |
| 20% | Business, Research and Administrative Professionals |
| 5% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 5% | Process, plant and machine operatives |
| 5% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 5% | Design occupations |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
| 5% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 5% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 5% | Engineering professionals |
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
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| IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | We require a minimum score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 88 | We require a minimum score of 88 overall with no less than 17 in Listening and Writing, 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking. |
| Cambridge English Advanced | We require a grade B or a score of 176 overall with no element less than 162. |
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| Cambridge English Proficiency | We require a grade C or a score of 176 overall with no element less than 162. |
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| PTE Academic | 69 | We require a minimum score of 69 overall with at least 59 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). |
| Institution's Own Test | Test of English for Educational Purposes (TEEP). We require a minimum score of 6.5 overall with at least 5.5 in each element of the test (Listening, Speaking, Reading and Writing). |
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| Trinity ISE | We require a Merit in each element from ISE II. If you take ISE III or ISE IV, we require a Pass in each element. |
Costs
Tuition Fees Zoology with Professional Experience BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £27650 | year 1 |
| International | £27650 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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About University of Reading
The University of Reading is a publicly funded university in Reading, Berkshire, England. Reading has four major campuses; London Road and Whiteknights campus which are located in Reading itself, with Greenlands campus being found on the banks of the River Thames. The fourth campus is known as Iskandar Puteri, in Malaysia.
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Student composition of University of Reading
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Total number of students enrolled at University of Reading by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 11905
- postgraduates:
- 3995
- Total:
- 15900
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Zoology”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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