BSc (Hons) Zoology with Foundation Year
University of SalfordSalford, United Kingdom
Course overview
Be at the forefront of zoological science with our BSc Zoology with Foundation Year degree. Research-led teaching. Laboratory-based learning.
Include a placement year. Apply now.
Key highlights
- Research-led teaching in zoological science
- Laboratory-based learning throughout the degree
- Option to include a placement year
- University-funded national field trips
- Optional Tropical Ecology and Conservation module with international field trip
Entry requirements
- UCAS tariff points: 64 — Standard entry requirements UCAS tariff points 64 UCAS points.
- BTEC: MPP — BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma
- T-level: Pass — BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma MPP T Level Overall P (D to E) in T Level Science only.
- GCSE: C/4 or above — to include English Language, Mathematics
- International Baccalaureate: 26 — International Baccalaureate 26 points Alternative entry requirements Salford Alternative Entry Scheme (SAES) We welcome applications from students who may not meet the stated entry criteria but who can demonstrate their…
Scholarships
Global Gold Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,500; For postgraduate - £3,000
Global Silver Excellence Scholarship
For undergraduate - £3,000; For postgraduate - £2,500
IFY Excellence Scholarship
For qualifying applicants, the IFY Excellence Scholarship is worth £2,500 for one year of study on the IFY programme starting from September 2026.
Up to £2,500
Careers this course leads to
- Zoologist
- Wildlife conservation officer
- Ecologist
- Zookeeper
- Laboratory technician
- Environmental consultant
Cost of study
UK/Home: See latest UK/home undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding | International: See latest international undergraduate fees: https://www.salford.ac.uk/undergraduate/fees-and-funding
Admission
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