Course description
BSc (Hons) Animal Science (Top-Up)
This program is designed for students who have already completed a Foundation Degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare or equivalent qualification.
Upcoming start dates
Suitability - Who should attend?
Animal Science Foundation Degree (or suitable equivalent subject) with a minimum Pass profile. Plus a minimum of Grade C/4 at GCSE for English, maths and science. A minimum IELTS score of 6 /TOEFL equivalent is required for those for whom English is not their first language.
Training Course Content
What you’ll learn
Practical experiments in animal behaviour (30 credits), animal cognition (30 credits), concepts in animal welfare (30 credits), research project (30 credits). Total 120 credits.
All students are supported with academic development and you will have access to a personal tutor.
Continuing Studies
Continue your studies with a Masters degree in a range of specialist areas or apply for membership of professional bodies including the Zoological Society of London, Institute of Biology or the British Ecological Society and attend further courses.
This program can lead to a wide range of careers within the animal nutrition sector, the agricultural industry, zoological collections, conservation, academic or government research, teaching and other animal-related careers.
Activate Learning
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