A levels for zoology/conservation??

Not sure if you're aware but you're able to do a degree in zoology so you could go straight into it instead of doing a biology degree. I've had a quick look at some of the entry requirements in different unis and they tend to say' two sciences' or 'biology and another science'

I’d like to work in animal conservation (maybe for the WWT or ZSL?) and therefore do a biology related degree at uni, but I’m still not 100% what A levels to do. I definitely want to do biology and geography, but I’m still not sure what to do as a third... help?

A-level Chemistry is sometimes required for zoology and biology degrees, although not always (some that are very focused on ecology and conservation may not require it), so you should carefully check universities you may wish to apply to and see what their specific requirements are. Generally a second science/maths subject alongside biology would probably be favourable but not always required. You really just need to check what different courses mandate in their entry criteria and then make a decision after that; if a second science (chemistry specifically or any maths/science subject generally) is not required, you can just pick whatever you find most interesting and think you would do well in/enjoy the most.

Hey @floppyfish

My advice would be to pick something you enjoy. Most Universities will accept Geography as a second science and therefore your third choice can be something you really want to do! This about what you have enjoyed studying so far and what you'd like to take further, it doesn't matter too much if it is unrelated. For example I did Biology, Chemistry and Economics and am now studying Biology.
Is there a subject that immediately comes to mind? If so, take it. If not, what have you done well in so far and maybe think about carrying on with that.

I hope this helps
Zoe
Second year Biological Sciences and student ambassador

Thanks for the answer I think I’ll do chemistry and if I don’t like it/find it too hard I’ll change it. Chemistry and bio seem to be a good combo so I’ll probably do that.

Zoology - Reading Uni - A level grades BBB including grade B in Biology and in a second science subject. Acceptable science subjects are: Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Applied Science, Environmental Studies, Geology.

Zoology - Bristol Uni - AAB including two science-related subjects from Biology, Chemistry, Computer Science, Economics, Electronics, Environmental Sciences, Geography, Geology, Mathematics, Further Mathematics, Physics, Psychology and Statistics

Animal Science - Reading Uni - BBB, including grade B in A level Biology and another science subject (Chemistry preferred).
Acceptable science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Maths, Further Maths, Statistics, Psychology, Geography, Environmental Studies, Applied Science, Geology.

Wildlife Conservation - Kent Uni - BBB including one of Biology, Geography, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Psychology, Geology, Physics, Maths or any Joint Science at grade B or above.

Wildlife Zoology with Wildlife Conservation - Salford - 104 to 112 UCAS points. No specific subjects but must have 'a genuine broad interest in wildlife and conservation, enjoy working outdoors in all weathers, as well as collecting and analyzing data.'

Zoology careers - https://www.prospects.ac.uk/job-profiles/zoologist