The MBio Animal Behaviour and Welfare degree employs a multidisciplinary and research-driven approach. You will have the opportunity to be taught by academics who are considered to be at the forefront of their respective fields. The scientific study of animal behaviour and welfare furthers our understanding of why animals behave in the way that they do. It reveals how best to respond to the challenges that face animals living in captive and wild environments.
The course aims to help students develop the knowledge and skills needed to understand animal behaviour and welfare...
The MBio Animal Behaviour and Welfare degree employs a multidisciplinary and research-driven approach. You will have the opportunity to be taught by academics who are considered to be at the forefront of their respective fields. The scientific study of animal behaviour and welfare furthers our understanding of why animals behave in the way that they do. It reveals how best to respond to the challenges that face animals living in captive and wild environments. <br/><br/>The course aims to help students develop the knowledge and skills needed to understand animal behaviour and welfare, working, for example, with insects, reptiles, birds and mammals. The range of specialist facilities available for the study of animal behaviour and welfare currently includes aquatic and reptile facilities, an insectary and a bioacoustics laboratory.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Lincoln (Main Site)
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
D791
Institution Code
L39
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3, Year 4
112
From a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications. To include 40 UCAS tariff points from A Level Biology or Psychology or equivalent qualification.
112 UCAS Tariff points to include a minimum of 40 points from an Advanced Higher in Biology or Psychology. A combination of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.
45 Level 3 credits with a minimum of 112 UCAS Tariff points, including 40 points from 15 credits in Biology or Psychology.
29
To include a Higher Level 5 in Biology or Psychology.
DMM
BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management or Applied Science* accepted. *not all modules are accepted. Please contact our Admissions team for further information (admissions@lincoln.ac.uk).
Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 or above, which must include English, Maths and Science. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.
112 UCAS points from a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications To include grade B from A Level Biology or Psychology.
M
T Level in Science accepted. Health or Health Science are not accepted.
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
EU, International, Republic of Ireland | £17,900 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |