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Zoology PhD

Faculty of Science, Charles University Czech Republic (the)

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Zoology MSci

University of Aberdeen United Kingdom

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Zoology PhD

University of Ghana Ghana

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Zoology MBiolSci

University of Sheffield United Kingdom

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Master of Science in Zoology MSc

The University of British Columbia (UBC) Canada

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Zoology DPhil

University of Oxford United Kingdom

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Zoology with Professional Studies MSci

Queen's University Belfast United Kingdom

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Master of Science (Zoology) MSc

The University of Melbourne Australia

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Zoology MSci

University of Exeter United Kingdom

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Zoo Conservation Biology MSc

University of Plymouth United Kingdom

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Pre-Master's Programme in Life Sciences Pre-Masters, Postgraduate

ONCAMPUS Southampton United Kingdom

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Biodiversity, Wildlife & Ecosystem Health MSc, Postgraduate Certificate, PG Dip

University of Edinburgh Online Learning United Kingdom

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Animal Welfare MSc

University of Northampton (UON) United Kingdom

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Animal Sciences PhD, MPhil, MRes

School of Biosciences United Kingdom

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Zooarchaeology MSc

University of York United Kingdom

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Cell Biology and Immunology MSc, PhD

University of Dundee United Kingdom

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Study a Zoology Masters abroad in 2025

Zoology is the scientific study of animals. The discipline studies both living and extinct animals, looking at their biological make-up, habits, and habitats, among other things. Studying a zoology degree will allow you to explore the development of animals, discovering the work of evolution, and how this will continue to affect animal species.

An undergraduate degree in zoology will give you a good foundation of knowledge in the area. You will develop your understanding of the anatomy and physiology of different species, genetics, behaviour, classification, animal behaviour, as well as the general biology and chemistry of all species.

Your degree will be delivered in a mixture of modes. These will include lectures and seminars, as well as practical and laboratory sessions. Your course may also incorporate field trips.

Depending on where you choose to study, you may be able to specialise towards the end of your degree. This specialisation can influence the area in which you choose to work after you have graduated. Common specialisations include:

  • Cell Biology
  • Animal Life
  • Biodiversity
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Taxonomy

If your degree course requires you to write a dissertation, or submit a major research project in your final year, this will give you an opportunity to further research a favoured area of zoology.

The accreditation of your degree will depend on your choice of institution. Different countries have different accreditation systems. Typically, you can expect to be awarded a Bachelor of Science (BSc), an integrated Master of Biology (MBiol), or an integrated Master of Zoology (MZool).

Depending on your choice of career path post-graduation, you may be presented with opportunities to gain further academic and professional certifications and qualifications.

Generally, an undergraduate degree in zoology will take three to four years to complete. Foundation degrees, diplomas and certificates can last up to two years, when studied full-time.

On successful completion of your degree, you can choose to either seek employment in your chosen field, or further your studies. Continuation of your studies could be in the form of a masters or PhD, or a graduate certificate or diploma.

The entry requirements for a zoology degree will depend on where you choose to study. Some universities might require you to sit an entrance exam, where others may rely on previous exam results. Some universities might prefer you to have studied certain subjects, and others may consider previous relevant work experience.

You should check each institution to see what entry requirements they have for their zoology programmes.

  • UK - 6.0 IELTS
  • US - 2.5 GPA

Tuition fees for international students are not fixed. This means that they can vary greatly from institution to institution. You should make sure that you are aware of how much your course will cost you.

Zoology graduates will find that there are many career opportunities available to them. As our understanding of the world around us increases, the need for people with advanced knowledge of animal species is higher. If you choose to work in a role directly related to your degree, this might include jobs such as an ecologist, a marine scientist, a zookeeper, or a nature conservation officer. If you choose to work in a role not directly related to your degree, this could include jobs such as a veterinary nurse, a biomedical scientist, or an animal physiotherapist.

You will have gained a wide range of transferable skills throughout your degree. These skills will include project management, data analysis, good oral and written communication, and use of geographical information systems (GIS).

Postgraduate programmes in Zoology are commonly offered at universities worldwide, often as a Master of Science (MSc/MS). These programmes typically take 1-2 years of full-time study to complete and may include practical research or fieldwork components.

Entry requirements for a postgraduate programme in zoology usually include an undergraduate degree in a related field, such as biology, environmental science, or animal behaviour.

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