You’ll cover a broad range of topics to provide you with a solid foundation of knowledge in marine zoology. This foundation will help you understand more complex challenges and solutions as you progress in your degree.
You will study the form, function and classification of marine animals. You'll focus on cell biology and genetics, marine ecosystems and biological oceanography. You'll gain experience through laboratory classes, fieldwork and time on our research vessel.
Modules
You will take the following compulsory modules:
| Compulsory modules | Credits |
|---|---|
| Genetics and Evolution | 20 |
| Ecology and Conservation | 20 |
| Marine Biology | 20 |
| Animal Life | 20 |
| Introduction to Marine Sciences (previously called The Marine Environment) | 20 |
| Skills for the Biosciences | 20 |
You'll explore more advanced concepts of marine zoology, including molecular biology and genomics.
You’ll study organisms, from zooplankton to marine mammals and birds.
Modules
Compulsory modules
You will take the following compulsory modules:
| Compulsory module | Credits |
|---|---|
| Biodiversity, Ecology and Conservation | 20 |
| Animal Function (Physiology and Development) | 20 |
| Tropical Marine Ecology | 20 |
| Professional Skills for Bioscientists (previously called Academic and Employability Skills) | 20 |
| Field skills for Marine Science | 20 |
Optional modules
You will take one of the following optional modules:
| Optional module | Credits |
|---|---|
| Evolution and Behaviour | 20 |
| Vertebrate Biology and Ecology | 20 |
| Deep Sea and Polar Biology | 20 |
With the approval of the Degree Programme Director, alternative optional modules to those listed above may be selected.
In your final year, you’ll complete a marine research project. This can take place in the UK or overseas.
As a part of your project, you’ll submit a scientific paper and present your findings to staff and students. This experience is invaluable as writing research papers is a core requirement in the field.
You'll also study advanced marine biology and zoology. These topics will focus on the latest research in the field.
- deep-sea ecology
- DNA meta-barcoding
- conservation of whale populations
Modules
Compulsory modules
You will take the following compulsory modules:
| Compulsory module | Credits |
|---|---|
| Physiological Zoology | 20 |
| Current Zoology | 20 |
| Research Project | 40 |
Optional modules
You will also take one of the following optional modules:
| Optional module | Credits |
|---|---|
| Environmental Impact Assessment | 20 |
| Biodiversity Science and Management | 20 |
| Current Research in Ecology | 20 |
| Global Challenges & Solutions | 20 |
| Global Marine Science | 20 |
With the approval of the Degree Programme Director, alternative optional modules to those listed above may be selected.