SYLLABI & COURSES STRUCTURE- Go University- Ghana/Global

GO UNIVERSITY  Ghana/Global 2016/17/18/19

BSc ZOOLOGY 3 Years

• Overview

  Zoology is the study of animals at all levels, from their evolutionary origins, molecular and cellular biology to their behaviour, ecology, and evolution . Zoologists conduct research in the laboratory and field to address wide-ranging issues in conservation biology, animal welfare, farming, disease, and government policy.

  Most of us are drawn to Zoology by a fascination with animals and a curiosity-based drive to understand how they function, behave and evolve. However, the study of zoology is more important in the 21st century than ever. As a Zoologist you will have the opportunity to play a part in understanding how animals interact with their environment, how organisms play a part in various ecosystems, and how we as humans can try and avoid damaging the wildlife of the world.

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• Course content

  Year one is a fantastic introduction to Zoology, familiarising you with everything from genetics and whole organism biology to ecology. Not only will you begin field work right from your first year, but you will also carry out short research projects during your first year, giving you the chance to get immersed into the world of scientific research right from the beginning.
  
  In year two you will begin to specialise in the core topics of Zoology, including animal behaviour and animal physiology. Whilst continuing to develop your laboratory skills and zoological understanding, you will also have the chance, at the end of the year, to undertake a year in industry or a study year abroad, a great opportunity to broaden your skills and experiences.
  
  In year three you will use the skills and knowledge you have developed in your first two years to study topics that are at the cutting edge of zoological research, such as animal science and bat behaviour. Under the supervision of one of our field leading experts you will also undertake your own independent research project in a topic that interests you.

  Course structure

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  Year 1

  You will be required to study 120 credits.

  Compulsory modules

  You will study the following compulsory modules:

  • Introduction to Cell Biology: from Molecules to Cells and Tissues 10 credits

  • Biology Practicals and Data Analysis 20 credits

  • Living Planet 20 credits

  • Introduction to Genetics 10 credits

  • Coastal and Upland Habitats Field Course 10 credits

  • Research Experience and Skills Level 1 10 credits

  Optional modules

  You will study at least 30 credits and up to 40 credits from the following optional modules.

  • The Molecules of Life 10 credits

  • Multicellular Systems 10 credits

  • Career and Professional Development for Life Scientists 10 credits

  • How can Biological Sciences change the world 10 credits

  • Applied Biology and Agriculture 10 credits

  • Practical Genetics 10 credits

  • Practical Applied Biology 10 credits

  • Biology of the Mind 10 credits

  • Exploring Animal Behaviour 10 credits

  • Vertebrate Evolution 10 credits

  Discovery modules

  You may select up to 10 credits of discovery modules.

  Year 2

  You will be required to study 120 credits.

  Compulsory modules

  You will study the following compulsory modules:

  • Population and Community Ecology 20 credits

  • Experimental Design and Analysis 10 credits

  • Animal Behaviour 10 credits

  • Organismal Evolution 10 credits

  • Animal Developmental Biology 10 credits

  • Animal Physiology: from Ants to Whales 10 credits

  • Research Experience and Skills Level 2 10 credits

  • Marine Zoology Field Course 10 credits

  Optional modules

  You will study at least 20 or 30 credits from the following optional modules.

  • Employment, Career planning and Professional Development for Life Scientists 10 credits

  • Parasitology 10 credits

  • Animal Nutrition and Metabolism 20 credits

  • Human Populations 10 credits

  • Introduction to Bioinformatics 10 credits

  • Animals as Pests 10 credits

  • Human Genetics 10 credits

  • Mediterranean Ecology Field Course 10 credits

  • Terrestrial Ecology and Behaviour Field Course 10 credits

  • Skills in Communicating Research beyond the University 10 credits

  Discovery modules

  You may study up to 10 credits of discovery modules.

  Year 3

  You will be required to study 120 credits.

  Optional modules

  You will study the following optional modules:

  • Research Project 20 credits

  • Biology Research Projects 40 credits

  • Applied Animal Science 10 credits

  • Social Insect Biology 10 credits

  • Advanced Topics in Ecology 20 credits

  • Advanced Topics in Behaviour: from sex to death 20 credits

  • Advanced Topics in Human Genetics 20 credits

  • Conservation Biology 10 credits

  • Advanced Topics in Zoology 10 credits

  • Advanced Topics in Evolution 20 credits

  • Evolution and Population Genetics 10 credits

  • Animal Developmental Biology 10 credits

  • Animal Nutrition Science 20 credits

  • Level 3 Field Course (South Africa) 20 credits

  For more information on typical modules, read Zoology BSc Full Time in programme catalogue

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  Learning and teaching

  Our degrees are delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials and practicals. The first and second year will see a focus on these three teaching methods, building your skills, understanding and knowledge for your final year research project, which will see independent research and learning complemented with the guidance of leading experts.
  
  Typical timetable (3 year BSc):
  A typical week in year one includes twelve hours of lectures, a three hour practical session in the lab, additional workshop and seminar sessions, plus private study.
  
  Year two includes nine hours of lectures and nine hours of practicals, with a one hour tutorial or workshop, plus private study.
  
  Year three week includes nine hours of lectures and extended time in a research laboratory, plus private study.
  
  Independent study and research are also crucial to every year of the course.

  Assessment

  We use a variety of assessment methods to help you develop a broad range of skills. These include practical work, data handling and problem-solving exercises, multiple-choice tests, group work, online and face-to-face discussion groups, computer-based simulations, essays, posters and oral presentations.

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