Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation (Top-Up)

The BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation top-up programme follows on from our FdSc Applied Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation. It provides a balanced package of skills and knowledge, tailored for those wishing to enter an animal care sector profession. Students will: • study on a course rated *1st in the UK for overall satisfaction and learning community, 2019 National Student Survey • develop and advance their existing knowledge in the core themes of animal welfare, behaviour and conservation. • design and implement a research study of their choice. • gain personal and professional development to maximise employability within the industry. • have access to a rare breeds farm, animal unit, equestrian facility and woodland on our Northop campus. • enjoy off site visits to animal charities, wildlife centres and other industry related venues. Students who have completed HND, FdSc or Dip HE in a related subject at other institutions can also join the course. Key course features • Develop high level knowledge of animal behaviour, training, welfare, and conservation. • Urban and rural study environments - split your study time between the Northop campus set in the stunning North Wales countryside and our Wrexham campus, on the edge of the largest town in North East Wales. • Excellent links with industry. Opportunities to carry out your own research project in a specialism of your choice within variety of settings. • Industry-active staff with specialist academic and practical skills, and experience of working with a range of domestic, and wild animals. • Join our zoological society and enjoy a range of events, activities and trips throughout the year. • Progression from the BSc (Hons) Animal Studies includes employment or post-graduate study. • Rated *1st in the UK for overall satisfaction and learning community, 2019 National Student Survey

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A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher