Animal Science and Welfare, BSc (Hons)

Foundation year Work placement

The course incorporates three core discipline-based themes, which are developed at each level, as follows:

• Animal Biology and Biological Sciences
• Ecology and Conservation
• Animal Welfare and Behaviour

At our partner institute, East Durham College (Houghall campus), you gain hands-on experience with native and exotic animals. This includes understanding their physiology, nutrition and digestion, husbandry, and management, and how scientific tools and research can benefit the health and welfare of all animal species.

The Houghall Farm site, set on a stunning 476-acre estate, minutes from Durham city centre, is a fantastic place to work with animals. A purpose-built small animal care centre was has several specialist facilities including a snake house, lizard house, tortoise house, aquatics, small mammals house and an aviary. There is also a commercial dog grooming studio, 22-bay dog kennel and a dog agility and walking area. The site is also home to horse riding stables, an arena and commercial pig and cattle facilities.An optional work placement year is included, at no extra cost.

Top reasons to study animal science and welfare

• Hands on practical experience in lab, on the farm, and in urban and countryside settings
• A strong scientific foundation in animal science and welfare
• Our teaching team includes active and internationally published researchers

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You will be well placed to seek employment in a range of sectors that support animal science and welfare including public services, zoos, wildlife parks, charities, conservation, and animal research. This degree will also provide a strong basis for postgraduate study.

• 1) Apply for an undergraduate or postgraduate course
• 2) Apply for a visa
• 3) Prepare for arrival
• 4) When you arrive
• 5) While you are here