Zoology with Placement Year MBiolSci
Department of Animal and Plant Sciences
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A Levels AAA Other entry requirementsUCAS code C304
Duration 5 years
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Related subjects Biology Ecology Zoology
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Admissions Secretary
Department of Animal and Plant Sciences
Telephone +44 (0)114 222 0123
Email apsadmissions@sheffield.ac.uk
Website sheffield.ac.uk/aps/prospectiveug
Department of Animal and Plant Sciences
Top 5 for biological research
Research Excellence Framework 2014
7th in the UK for biological sciences
The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2019
Course description
This five-year MBiolSci with Placement Year allows you to do a year-long, paid work placement between your second and third year. A year of specialist research training completes this advanced course.
You'll pay reduced fees for the year you're on placement. You'll also have regular contact with your tutor and all the support you need from the University. We have a dedicated tutor to help you find a placement, and our Careers Service is on hand to offer support and advice.
The course explores areas such as population and community ecology, animal conservation and biodiversity, molecular ecology, evolution and behaviour. We have been at the forefront of important recent developments in the study of natural selection and the outcome of evolution at the individual and population levels.
You'll develop skills that are central to scientific investigation, including observation, testing of ideas, analysis and critical interpretation. With level three project work you'll apply these skills to your own research.
In the first and second years, you can choose modules run by our other two biology departments, Molecular Biology and Biotechnology and Biomedical Sciences. You may need A Level Chemistry to take these modules.
Your MBiolSci involves an extensive, individual research project similar to that of a masters degree. You'll work one-to-one with a member of academic staff. The project will build on your in-depth knowledge and skills. It's excellent preparation for a research-related career or higher degree.
There are optional field courses in the UK, Ireland, Arctic Sweden, the Mediterranean and tropical rainforest in Malaysian Borneo.
Financial help from the University - bursaries
If you're a UK student, you could be entitled to a University bursary. A bursary is the same as a grant - you don't have to pay it back.
Entry requirements
| Qualification | Grades |
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| A Levels | AAA including Biology and a second science |
| A Levels + Extended Project Qualification | AAB including B from Biology and a second science + B |
| International Baccalaureate | 36, 6 at Higher Level including Biology and a second science |
| BTEC | DD in Applied Science with Distinctions in all science units + grade A in A Level Biology or a second science |
| Cambridge Pre-U | D3 D3 D3 including Biology and a second science |
| Scottish Highers + 2 Advanced Highers | AAAAB including a second science + A in Biology |
| Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels | A + AA in Biology and a second science |
| Access to HE | Entry requirements for mature students |
| Other qualifications |
Other UK qualifications
Other EU/international qualifications |
Other requirements
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| If you have any questions about entry requirements, please contact the department | |
Modules - what you study and when
The modules listed below are examples from the last academic year. There may be some changes before you start your course. For the very latest module information, check with the department direct.
Course information on Department of Animal and Plant Sciences website
First year
Core modules:
| Skills for Biologists 1 | |
| Animal Physiology, Reproduction and Development | |
| Biodiversity | |
| Evolution | |
| Genes in Populations | |
| Molecular and Cell Biology | |
Optional modules:
| Behaviour of Humans and Other Animals | |
| Ecological identification skills | |
| Ecosystems, Climate and Environmental Change | |
| Plant Physiology, Reproduction and Development | |
| Population and Community Ecology 1 | |
Second year
Core modules:
| Animal Diversity | |
| Animal Diversity Practicals | |
| Animal and Plant Science Tutorials | |
| Careers for Biologists | |
| Data Analysis | |
Optional modules:
Fourth year
Core modules:
| Research Project | |
Optional modules:
Fifth year
Core modules:
| Research Project | |
| Research Dissertation | |
| Research and Communication Skills in Biology | |
| Advanced Biological Analysis | |
The content of our courses is reviewed annually to make sure it's up-to-date and relevant. Individual modules are occasionally updated or withdrawn. This is in response to discoveries through our world-leading research; funding changes; professional accreditation requirements; student or employer feedback; outcomes of reviews; and variations in staff or student numbers.
In the event of any change we'll consult and inform students in good time and take reasonable steps to minimise disruption.
Department of Animal and Plant Sciences
The Times Good University Guide 2019 puts Sheffield in the UK top 10 for biosciences. We think this means we're doing something right.
We combine lectures with small group tutorials. You'll also take part in cutting-edge field and lab research, giving you an exceptional breadth of experience. We're a close knit community where every student gets the support and encouragement needed to achieve their best work. Our staff are world leaders in their fields and much of what we teach is based on our own world-leading research.
Our state-of-the-art facilities include controlled environment chambers that simulate natural climates around the world. We also have experimental gardens and glasshouses, artificial stream and pond systems, leading equipment for DNA analysis, biomolecular and elemental analyses, and extensive computing resources.
What our graduates do
Life scientists are employed throughout business and industry, in universities, schools and hospitals, as well as government departments and charitable foundations. They develop new technology, and improve our health and living standards. They're vitally important to the economy.
Here are some examples of what graduates in each area are doing now:
Biology
Our graduates work with water companies, conservation agencies, environmental consultancies, wildlife trusts,
museums, hospitals, pharmaceutical companies, agricultural institutes, development agencies and in local, national and international government. Many also go on to do PhDs.
Zoology
Our graduates are employed in local, national and international industries, governments and charities, addressing issues that range from conservation and management of natural resources through to medical, veterinary or agricultural research.
Plant Sciences
Our graduates have an understanding of ideas and techniques that are in extensive demand, particularly in agriculture, biotechnology, crop protection and environmental management. There are excellent career opportunities in government, academic and industrial research institutes focused on science and policy, as well as in teaching and consulting.
Ecology
Ecology graduates are well qualified for careers in government, charity and industry sectors that focus
on environmental management and consulting, sustainable forestry, agriculture and conservation. You could go into research, education, journalism, finance, law or a technical profession.
Student profile
"One of the big assets of coming to Sheffield was the field courses on offer...being able to come out to the Peak District regularly with my tutor or my lecturer, or going on field courses further afield, even internationally. I'm now an environmental photojournalist."
Ben Cherry
Animal and Plant Sciences
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Email
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