Zoology

Zoology is a science dedicated to the study of animal life, and our degree provides a range of modules covering the different elements from animal behaviour to cellular processes and physiology, and from taxonomy and the diversity of animal life to evolution. this broad range of modules gives you the flexibility to focus on the topics that interest you. you will learn from our world-leading academics who bring their expertise into your lectures, practical work and small group tutorials. this will develop your understanding of the living world and how this knowledge can be applied to help address global environmental issues.

Students will spend their third year working in a graduate-level placement role to gain valuable experience in an industry or sector that they might aspire to work in once they graduate. students will be supported during their placement by our careers and placements team who will provide ongoing distance-led support and learning resources. students will undertake a work-based learning module during their placement year which enables them to reflect on the value of their placement experience and to consider what impact it has on their future career plans.

• Type: Optional

• Duration: -12 Months

• Fees: Contact us for up-to-date information

This programmes maintain an excellent record for graduate prospects spanning a wide range of roles. alternatively, many of our graduates continue their studies to postgraduate level and pursue scientific research in areas such as soil and crop science. our goal is to empower all our graduates with the skills, confidence and experience they need to achieve a successful career. you will be offered a wide range of support, helping you realise your career ambitions and providing you with the skills to reach your full potential. we offer a variety of extra-curricular activities and volunteering opportunities that enable you to explore your interests and enhance your cv. our weekly careers bulletin and careers blogs are written by student volunteers, and inform you of all careers events. the students’ union-run green lancaster programme offers placements with external organisations, allowing students to gain volunteering experience at weekends by working in the local community, taking part in a wide range of activities and developing their practical skills. lancaster university is dedicated to ensuring you not only gain a highly reputable degree, you also graduate with the relevant life and work based skills. we are unique in that every student is eligible to participate in the lancaster award which offers you the opportunity to complete key activities such as work experience, employability/career development, campus community and social development.

Work while you study

You can also work on a UK student visa, from 10 to 20 hours per week during the academic year, 40 hours per week or full-time during vacations.

Partnerships

Most universities in England have partnerships with different companies and organisations to ensure their students get enough professional training as students. In addition to increasing their students' chances to get hired by one of the universities. Lancaster University has partnerships with the following companies: