Studying Zoology
Overview
Zoology is one of the most interdisciplinary subjects in science.
Ecologists, physiologists, developmental biologists, geneticists, evolutionary biologists, mathematicians, and even film makers make up the staff at Zoology. As a result, there is considerable flexibility in the choice of Zoology courses you can take.
What topics are covered by Zoology papers?
Paper topics include:
- basic cell and animal biology
- animal diversity
- animal physiology and evolution
- statistics
- neurobiology
- behavioural ecology
- parasitology
- aquatic ecology.
Our courses also have a strong New Zealand flavour with an emphasis on the unique nature of our animals and their conservation and management problems.
We offer the traditional qualifications in Zoology; however, the Department of Zoology also contributes significantly to a large number of other undergraduate and postgraduate degree programmes:
Zoology Qualifications Map
Have a look at the map below to see where your qualifications might take you. You can click on the qualifications to find out more information.
Please note that from 2013 there will likely be changes to the Honours degree. After this time, students who wish to complete Honours degrees will first complege an ordinary three-year degree, graduate in that degree, and then complete a one-year postgraduate Honours degree. For more information about the transitional arrangements for intending Honours students please follow the link below:
http://www.otago.ac.nz/courses/otago024988.html
Things to remember when planning your course
Remember when planning your course to consider:
- your career aspirations
- personal subject interests
We also recommend students to recognise the importance of developing a solid science background (not only in biology but also in subjects such as chemistry, physics, geology or geography) and mathematical, statistical and computing skills.
