Animal Behaviour and Welfare BSc (Hons)

... United Kingdom
... University of Chester (Warrington)

Course Overview

This course offers an integrated, scientific approach to the study of the theory and practice of animal behaviour and welfare, and the wider role of this discipline within the biological sciences. You will be taught at University Centre Reaseheath in the Foundation Year (if applicable) as well as in Year 1 (Level 4), and at the University of Chesters Exton Park (Parkgate Road) site in Year 2 (Level 5) and Year 3 (Level 6). University Centre Reaseheath is a full member of the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA) and houses a large range of animals. The course includes a combination of some practical experience (mostly in Year 1), academic skills development, and the enhancement of wider graduate employability skills, drawing on staff expertise in teaching, research and industry. The course is taught by a range of tutors from the Department of Biological Sciences, who are nationally and internationally recognised as subject specialists. Depending on module choices, there are a range of UK and overseas field trips that you can participate in. There is also the option of applying to study at an approved university overseas for a year, in between Years 2 and 3.

General Eligibility

Typical Entry 112 UCAS points GCE A Level 112 UCAS points from GCE A-Levels (or equivalent). Typical offer - BCC/BBC The Department requires one of the following subjects as essential for entry: GCE A Level: Biology, Applied Science BTEC BTEC Extended Diploma: (Animal Care/Management or Applied Science): Typical offer - DMM BTEC Diploma (Animal Care/Management or Applied Science): Typical Offer - D*D*

Part Time Work Details

Language Requirement

  • IELTS Academic: Undergraduate: 6.0 (no less than 5.5 in any band)

Programme Information
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Course Category

Psychology


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Campus Name

Exton Park (Parkgate Road) University Centre Reaseheath


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Course Level

Undergraduate


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Duration

3


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Available Intake

September


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IELTS Score

5.5


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Tuition Fees Range

£9,250,£12,750,


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