Overview
Zoology is the study of the biology of animals. This simple definition, however, hides the complexity of the subject. There are many levels at which the biology of animals can be studied: molecular, physiological, structural, evolutionary, behavioural and ecological. Our courses emphasise the diversity and conservation of New Zealand's unique animals.
A degree in Zoology will give you an appreciation of how animals function at all levels, whether they live on land, in fresh water, in the sea, or as parasites.
Contact details
Email zoology@otago.ac.nz
Website otago.ac.nz/zoology
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Arts and Science (BASc)
- Bachelor of Science (BSc)
- Bachelor of Science with Honours (BSc(Hons))
- Diploma for Graduates (DipGrad)
- Postgraduate Diploma in Science (PGDipSci)
- Master of Science (MSc)
Papers
See the full list of Zoology (ZOOL) papers.
Programme Requirements
Bachelor of Science (BSc) majoring in Zoology
| Level | Papers | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 100-level | BIOL 112 Animal Biology CELS 191 Cell and Molecular Biology STAT 110 Statistical Methods, or STAT 115 Introduction to Biostatistics | 18 18 18 |
| 200-level | ZOOL 221 Animal Designs for Living ZOOL 222 Evolutionary Biology ZOOL 223 Animal Physiology | 18 18 18 |
| 300-level | Three of: One further paper from ZOOL 313, ZOOL 314, ZOOL 315, ZOOL 316, ZOOL 318, ZOOL 319, GENE 312, GENE 314, MARI 301, MARI 302 | 54
18 |
| Plus | 180 further points; must include 54 points at 200-level or above. Up to 90 points may be taken from outside Science ZOOL 316 Biological Data Analysis and Computing, is strongly recommended for students intending to advance to PGDipSci or MSc in Zoology, PGDipWLM, or MWLM, and is required for students intending to advance to BSc(Hons) in Zoology. | 180 |
| Total | 360 |
Bachelor of Science with Honours (BSc(Hons)) in Zoology
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Prerequisites: |
Postgraduate Diploma in Science (PGDipSci) in Zoology
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Master of Science (MSc) in Zoology
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Minor Subject Requirements
Zoology as a minor subject for a BA, MusB, BPA, BTheol, BSc, BAppSc, BCom, BHealSc, or BASc degree
Available as a minor subject for a Bachelor of Arts (BA), Bachelor of Music (MusB), Bachelor of Performing Arts (BPA), Bachelor of Theology (BTheol), Bachelor of Science (BSc), Bachelor of Applied Science (BAppSc), Bachelor of Commerce (BCom), Bachelor of Health Science (BHealSc), or Bachelor of Arts and Science (BASc) degree
| Level | Papers | Points |
|---|---|---|
| 100-level | BIOL 112 Animal Biology CELS 191 Cell and Molecular Biology | 18 18 |
| 200-level | At least two of: | 36 |
| 300-level | At least one of ZOOL 313, ZOOL 314, ZOOL 315, ZOOL 316, ZOOL 318, ZOOL 319, GENE 312 One further paper from ZOOL 313, ZOOL 314, ZOOL 315, ZOOL 316, ZOOL 318, ZOOL 319, GENE 312, GENE 314, MARI 301, MARI 302 | 18 |
| Total | 108 |
