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University of Sussex: Animal Behaviour
| Institution | University of Sussex View institution profile |
|---|---|
| Department | Evolution, behaviour and environment |
| Web | www.sussex.ac.uk |
| lifesci@sussex.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | 01273 678057 |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
7th in the UK for career after 15 months in Zoology (The Guardian University Guide 2025)
11th in the UK for Animal Science (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025)
94% of our research overall in Biological Sciences was assessed to be world leading or internationally excellent (REF 2021)
Understand the causes, effects and ultimate explanations for the evolution of animal behaviour. On this course, you’ll learn to apply that understanding to conserve and manage species.
Learn from Evolution, Behaviour and Environment faculty in the School of Life Sciences, with interdisciplinary links to the School of Psychology, the Department of Informatics and Sussex Neuroscience.
You’ll develop an advanced knowledge and practical research skills in animal behaviour. This will put you in a strong position to move on to a PhD or a research career.
You’ll study at our University campus situated in the Brighton and Lewes Downs UNESCO Biosphere Reserve and within the South Downs National Park, so you can carry out field exercises right on the doorstep.
We understand that deciding where and what to study is a very important decision. We’ll make all reasonable efforts to provide you with the courses, services and facilities described in this prospectus. However, if we need to make material changes, for example due to government or regulatory requirements, or unanticipated staff changes, we’ll let you know as soon as possible.
Masters in Research (MRes)
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in a relevant subject such as biology, ecology, zoology or conservation. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | You should normally have an upper second-class (2.1) undergraduate honours degree or above. Your qualification should be in a relevant subject such as biology, ecology, zoology or conservation. You may also be considered for the course if you have other professional qualifications or experience of equivalent standing. |
| Location | Main Site Sussex House Undergraduate Admissions Falmer Brighton BN1 9RH |
We are a research-intensive campus university with an excellent international reputation, located within the vibrant seaside city of Brighton & Hove. We welcome spirited students who want to study in a creative and intellectually-challenging environment.
We have been ranked 1st in the world for Development Studies for eight consecutive years in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2017-2024.
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