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Animal Behaviour and Welfare (Clinical) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Animal Behaviour and Welfare (Clinical) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
In this course, you will examine animal biology as it relates to the behaviour and welfare of animals. This includes developing an understanding of the complexity of the relationship between animal behaviour and animal welfare, in addition to providing you with an opportunity to learn about the range of research methods that can be applied in the scientific study of animal behaviour. You will learn about scientific applications of animal behaviour, including how an understanding of animal behaviour can help us to improve their welfare and facilitate safe, positive, human-animal inte...
In this course, you will examine animal biology as it relates to the behaviour and welfare of animals. This includes developing an understanding of the complexity of the relationship between animal behaviour and animal welfare, in addition to providing you with an opportunity to learn about the range of research methods that can be applied in the scientific study of animal behaviour. You will learn about scientific applications of animal behaviour, including how an understanding of animal behaviour can help us to improve their welfare and facilitate safe, positive, human-animal interactions. The course will also introduce business management of relevance to working within animal-related industries.
This degree programme is pending validation by CCAB Certification Ltd. and the Animal Behaviour Training Council (ABTC) accreditation committees as delivering the academic elements necessary for an individual to achieve certification as a clinical animal behaviourist (CCAB).
A version of this course with a placement year is also available.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-21
Campus
Harper Adams University, Newport
Application Details
13 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
A73-I91
Institution Code
H12
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
A level
No more than 2 arts-based subjects out of 3.
T Level
Accepted subject Agriculture, Land Management and Production Routes: Livestock production Accepted subject Animal Care and Management Routes: Animal Care and Management, Equine Care and Management Accepted subject Science Routes: Laboratory Sciences
UCAS Tariff
96.0
128.0
An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable.
Scottish Higher
An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable.
Access to HE Diploma
offer-distinction: 15.0, offer-merit: 30.0
An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Minimum of 4 GCSE’s at grade C/4 including English Language, Maths and Science.
Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)
An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable. Please note these grades apply only to the old non-examined version of the Level 3 Extended Diploma which should be 1080 Guided Learning Hours. We do not accept the 720 GLH version as fully meeting our Level 3 entry requirements.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Pass with 28 overall with a relevant subject passed with 5 at higher level An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable. For applicants taking a City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma, offers tend to be in the region of DDM Please note these grades apply only to the new examined (reformed) version of the Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma which should be 1080 Guided Learning Hours. For the previous version of this course, the City and Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma, we require grade D. We do not accept the 720 GLH version as fully meeting our Level 3 entry requirements. If you are unsure which version you are studying please contact your school or college for advice.
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
BBBB under the previous system. An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
We accept the Welsh Baccalaureate as equivalent to a full A level. For further information please contact the Admissions team.
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £9,790 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
| International | £17,160 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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