| | Zoology (MSci) | | |
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| School | Queen's University Belfast - Graduate Programs | | |
| Location | Belfast, NI, United Kingdom | | |
| School Type | Graduate School | | |
| School Size | Full-time Graduate: 6,600 | | |
| Degree | Master | | |
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| Length | 5 Year(s) | | |
| Entry Grade (%)* | 75% | | |
| Prerequisites | - 3 of Mathematics or Chemistry or Biology
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| Prerequisites Notes | The minimum requirement is usually 75 - 80% overall, although some programmes do require higher grades and may specify exact grade requirements in relevant subjects. MSci applicants will automatically be considered for admission to the BSc if they are not eligible for the MSci, both at initial offer-making stage and when results are received. | | |
| Cost |
Cost per year has been converted from British Pounds to Canadian Dollars. The actual cost may vary due to exchange rate. | | |
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| Description | The MSci Zoology with Professional studies enables students to develop knowledge and understanding of:
- Concepts and theories from the molecular and cellular levels through to the whole-organism.
- The principles and study of animals from the molecular to the community level.
- The importance of zoonotic and emerging infectious diseases.
- Molecular techniques applied to de-extinction and conservation.
- The use of forensics and toxicology in the investigation of wildlife crime.
- Practical laboratory skills to investigate and manipulate biological material including relevant physical, chemical and biological measurements and their application in a research project.
- Collation, quantitative analysis and interpretation of experimental data, including problem-solving.
- Communication and application of knowledge on the biological sciences.
- The use of computers for data management and presentation.
- Intellectual, personal and team skills for employment and further study
- How to carry out Masters level research.
- Students on MSci Programmes can undertake an optional 16 week work placement between stage 2 and 3 which forms an excellent skill base which can be further enhanced during the research project undertaken at stage 3. This experience equips the student with a transferable skill set for entry into either employment or future postgraduate study.
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