皇后大学的动物学专业硕士课程旨在为学生提供广泛的动物生物学知识以及它们与其他生物的相互作用的信息。动物学专业的硕士课程可以使学生发展对以下方面的知识和理解：概念以及从分子和细胞水平到整个生物的理论。从分子到社区水平的动物原理和研究。研究和操作生物材料的实用实验室技能，包括相关的物理，化学和生物测量及其在研究项目中的应用。整理，定量分析和解释实验数据，包括解决问题。生物科学知识的交流和应用。使用计算机进行数据管理和表示。就业和进一步学习的智力，个人和团队技能，如何将学位结果应用于工作场所和职业规划。如何进行
The MSci Zoology with Professional studies enables students to develop knowledge and understanding of:<br><br>Concepts and theories from the molecular and cellular levels through to the whole-organism.<br>The principles and study of animals from the molecular to the community level.<br>The importance of zoonotic and emerging infectious diseases e.g. Covid-19.<br>Molecular techniques applied to de-extinction and conservation e.g. cloning.<br>The use of forensics and toxicology in the investigation of wildlife crime.<br>Practical laboratory skills to investigate and manipulate biological material including relevant physical, chemical and biological measurements and their application in a research project.<br>Collation, quantitative analysis and interpretation of experimental data, including problem-solving.<br>Communication and application of knowledge on the biological sciences.<br>The use of computers for data management and presentation.<br>The use of remote sensing technologies for the assessment of animal behaviour.<br>Intellectual, personal and team skills for employment and further study.<br>How the degree outcomes can be applied to the workplace and career planning.<br>How to carry out Masters level research.<br>Programmes with Professional studies undertake a 46 week work placement between stage 2 and 3. The skills and experience obtained are further enhances following the completion of the stage 3 project carried out either in internationally recognised laboratories or at internationally recognised field sites. The experience obtained equips the student with a readily transferable skill set for entry into either employment or future postgraduate study, including research.