Zoology Level 3

Course code: ABC957

Explore the interesting world of animals in this fascinating zoology course!

Develop your understanding of the key principles of evolution and reproduction
Study the hierarchy of animal complexity and classifications of organisms
Learn more about complex vertebrates and invertebrates
Understand the skeletal and nervous systems in the natural world, as well as their methods of digestion and nutrition

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This course will allow you to study when and where you want, at your own pace. All coursework can be submitted by email making it simple and hassle-free.

All of the materials will be delivered to you by post or via email, so it couldn’t be easier. Our experienced and friendly tutors are always a click away by email, giving you advice and helping you through your course.

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Course Duration

Up to 12 months.

Course Outcome

You will receive a Certificate of Achievement from ABC Awards and Certa Awards and a Learner Unit Summary.

Entry Requirements

There are no specific entry requirements for this course.

Assessment

Tutor-marked assessments.

Unit 1

Organisms (an introduction to the living world)

Life’s origins both chemically and biologically
Historical development of cellular understanding
Function of cells
Metabolic process of the cell

Unit 2

Evolution, reproduction and maintenance of species

Inheritance diagrams
Genetic inheritance
Mendel’s theories of inheritance
Historical evolutionary theories
Darwinian evolutionary theory
Reproductive strategies

Unit 3

Taxonomy and simple organisms

Hierarchy of animal complexity and body shape
Classifying organisms
Simple unicellular organisms
Advantages and disadvantages of unicellular and simple multicellular organisms

Unit 4

Complex invertebrates

Mollusca group
Members of the annelid
Hexapod groups
Species of crustacea
Echinoderm group

Unit 5

Complex vertebrates

Biology of fishes
Reptiles and amphibians
Requirements for a species to be classified as a bird
Mammal group

Unit 6

Maintaining life in the animal kingdom

Skeletal systems in the natural world
Animal’s internal environment
Methods of digestion and nutrition in organisms
Nervous system and its role

Assessment

This course is assessed by a series of written assignments which are marked by your tutor. No external examination is required.

Course Duration

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. This is more than enough time to give you flexibility and work at your own pace without the pressure of deadlines.

Study Method

You will study this course by distance learning, which will enable you to learn when and where you want. You can study from home or at work, it is completely up to you. All your materials will be posted or emailed to you online, whichever you choose. You will also receive our award-winning tutor support by email, so help is only a click away!

Course Outcomes

At the end of this course successful learners will receive a Certificate of Achievement from ABC Awards and Certa Awards and a Learner Unit Summary (which lists the components the learner has completed as part of the course).

Awarding Body

This course has been endorsed by ABC Awards and Certa Awards for its high-quality. This course is not regulated by Ofqual and is not an accredited qualification. We will be able to advise you on any further recognition, for example progression routes into further and/or higher education. For further information please visit the Learner FAQs on the ABC Awards and Certa Awards website.
This course has been benchmarked at level 3 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of knowledge and understanding that you would expect at this level.

What skills are needed to enrol onto this course?

To enrol onto this course, we ask that students to have previously studied biology (or a related subject) to at least GCSE level.

Is there a time limit for the completion of this course?

You may start at any time and have a full year to complete your studies. It is truly flexible and is designed to be adaptable around your lifestyle and other commitments.

What is included in the cost of my course?

Dedicated personal tutor support
Dedicated student support
Assignment marking and feedback
FREE XO Student Discounts card
FREE CV critique service
FREE employability guide to help you impress future employers
*Comprehensive study guide
*Open Study College pen and highlighter
*Student study planner
*Student notebook
*Document wallet

* Not included with the online study option

How do I get my work assessed?

You will send your work to your personal course tutor for them to mark and return to you. On successful completion of the course you will a Certificate of Achievement in Zoology Level 3.

What happens if I lose my course pack?

It’s not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.

What if I still have questions?

That’s not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our Student Support Team a call on 03300 563 100 and they’ll do their best to help.

What happens if I lose my course pack?

It's not a problem. We offer a course replacement service, so if you get into trouble and your course pack is lost or damaged, our Student Support Team can provide you with a new set of materials for a one-time additional fee.

What if I still have questions?

That's not a problem. We want to make sure you’re 100% confident about enrolling on the course and starting your study. So, just give our Student Adviser Team a call on 03300 563 100 and they’ll do their best to help.