Queen's University of Belfast - Medical Faculty
Licenciatura en Zoología con Estudios Profesionales
Belfast, Reino Unido
Grado en Ciencias (BSc)
DURACIÓN
4 años
IDIOMAS
Inglés
PASO
Tiempo completo
PLAZO DE SOLICITUD
FECHA DE INICIO MÁS TEMPRANA
TASAS DE MATRÍCULA
GBP 25.300
FORMATO DE ESTUDIO
En el campus
La Licenciatura en Zoología con Estudios Profesionales es el estudio de los animales, desde los invertebrados más simples hasta los mamíferos terrestres o marinos más grandes. Los animales simples a menudo brindan modelos para estudiar especies superiores y más complejas (incluidos los humanos) y ayudan a impulsar la investigación básica que trasciende los límites del tema.
Los animales interactúan entre sí y con su entorno, formando relaciones complejas de tal manera que los zoólogos necesitan una comprensión amplia del mundo vivo, los procesos vitales y el reino animal. Es importante destacar que las enfermedades zoonóticas son una amenaza cada vez mayor para la salud humana, por ejemplo, Covid-19. Se están logrando avances emocionantes en biología y comportamiento animal, salud y bienestar animal y manejo de comunidades animales, enfermedades infecciosas emergentes, conservación, eliminación de la extinción mediante la clonación y el uso de tecnologías de detección remota para ayudar a la conservación y abordar el cambio climático. el momento perfecto para estudiar Zoología.
Each year, we offer a range of scholarships and prizes for new students.
We offer prestigious, competitive scholarships of up to 50% off tuition fees to new international students. You must have an offer to study a full-time course with us in 2024 to apply for a scholarship.
Year 1
- Genetics and the Molecular Toolbox (20 credits)
- Biodiversity (20 credits)
- Molecular Basis of Life (20 credits)
- World of Microorganisms (20 credits)
- Fundamentals of Microbiology (20 credits)
- Environmental Biology (20 credits)
Year 2
- Invertebrate Biology (20 credits)
- Comparative Animal Physiology (20 credits)
- Vertebrate Biology (20 credits)
Year 3
- Professional Studies (120 credits)
Year 4
- Parasitology (20 credits)
- Research Project (40 credits)
Year Out (Professional Studies)
All students will spend a minimum of 46 weeks in a work placement during which they will carry out some project-type work. Students will begin preparations for the placement in the first semester of Stage 2 and the placement will be assessed within the module Professional Studies.
Assessment
Details of assessments associated with this course are outlined below:
How you are assessed will vary according to the Learning Outcomes of each module. Some modules are assessed solely through project work or written assignments. Others are assessed through a combination of coursework and end-of-semester examinations. Details of how each module is assessed are outlined in the Student Handbook which is provided to all students during their first year induction.
Graduates are qualified to take up both scientific and non-scientific careers. These positions encompass areas of innovative research and development of new products, advisory, and consultancy work, particularly in companies or organizations concerned with animal and plant health, environmental management, pharmaceutical products, and biotechnology.
Graduates pursue careers in teaching, nature conservation, and laboratory-based posts in biomedical, industrial, pharmaceutical, academic, and government institutions as well as in universities and colleges of higher education. The remainder undertakes further training in areas such as computing, administration, and management or medicine (human or veterinary), developing their skills from a sound scientific background. Further training also helps them to find employment in a variety of non-biological careers, including public service administration, industrial management, banking, accountancy, and computing.
Employers are looking for graduates with generic skills of communication, problem-solving, data analysis, social skills, a range of interests, and a record of success. We believe that a degree in Zoology will help our students to develop these skills. For further information on careers see the Institute of Biology website. Please note that the same careers are open to both Zoology and Biology graduates.
Career Services
The School of Biological Sciences employs a dedicated careers adviser who has developed an extensive portfolio of employers, both nationally and internationally, within the science sector. Advice is also provided on CV preparation, interview techniques, and securing summer work or longer placements.
Placement Employers
Our past students have also gained work placement with organizations such as:
- Northern Ireland Water Ltd
- The Environment Agency
- The Forensic Service
- Moy Park
- North Atlantic Whale Foundation
- The National Trust
- Randox Laboratories
- Norbrook Laboratories Ltd
- The Almac Group
- Ulster Wildlife Trust
- Castle Espie
- Belfast Zoo
- RSPB
- Kindred Spirit Elephant Sanctuary
- Harnas Wildlife Foundation
- Mopane and Mapesu Private Game Reserve
- Turtle Foundation
- Wildfowl and Wetland trust
Degree Plus Award for Extra-curricular skills
In addition to your degree programme, at Queen's you can have the opportunity to gain wider life, academic and employability skills. For example, placements, voluntary work, clubs, societies, sports, and lots more. So not only do you graduate with a degree recognized by a world-leading university, but you'll also have practical national and international experience plus a wider exposure to life overall. We call this Degree Plus. It's what makes studying at Queen's University Belfast special.
Contacto horas de enseñanza
Estudio personal
- 28 (horas máximo)
- Para estudio privado y tareas de escritura cada semana.
Enseñanza en grupos grandes
- 12 (horas máximo)
- Por lo general, alrededor de 9 horas de clases [3 horas por cada materia/módulo estudiado; consulte la información posterior sobre el contenido del curso] y 3 horas de prácticas cada dos semanas para cada materia/módulo.
Aprendizaje y enseñanza
En la Licenciatura en Zoología con Estudios Profesionales, nuestro objetivo es ofrecer un entorno de aprendizaje de alta calidad que incorpore la curiosidad intelectual, la innovación y las mejores prácticas en el aprendizaje.
Logramos esto brindando una variedad de experiencias de aprendizaje que permiten a nuestros estudiantes interactuar con expertos en la materia, desarrollar atributos y perspectivas que los prepararán para la vida y el trabajo en una sociedad global y hacer uso de tecnologías innovadoras y una biblioteca de clase mundial que mejora su desarrollo como estudiantes independientes y de por vida.