Study biological sciences out in the field with our range of trips both in the UK and abroad.
Not surprisingly, the field courses are often the most popular units with our students.
These courses offer an opportunity to travel, make new friends, and study organisms in a wide range of habitats both in the UK and abroad.
They are open to students on some of our biological and biomedical degrees (check course units for details). Field courses are currently compulsory for Zoology, and optional for students on our Biology, Life Sciences and Biology with Science and Society degrees.
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Year 1
Animal behaviour - South Africa
Travel to the northernmost province of South Africa to study the behaviour and ecology of animals.
Read more about the South Africa field course.
Marine biology - Scotland
Study diverse ecosystems in Millport, on our very own shores.
Read more about the Scotland field course.
Comparative and adaptive biology - Mallorca
Visit a range of different characteristic habitats and examine how the Mediterranean climate shapes the organisms found there.
Read more about the Mallorca field course.
Year 2
Tropical ecosystems - Costa Rica
Immerse yourself in the tropical ecosystems of Costa Rica and visit various conservation and biodiversity hotspots.
Read more about the Costa Rica field course.
Urban biodiversity - Manchester
Examine the impact of urban development in areas of scientific interest in and around Manchester.
Read more about the Urban Biodiversity field course.
Enhance your studies
Enhance your studies
Gain additional experience and skills.
Learn about other opportunities to tailor your degree to your own particular area of interest within biological and biomedical sciences.