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Animal Behaviour and Welfare Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Course Overview - Animal Behaviour and Welfare Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
The scientific study of animal behaviour and welfare furthers our understanding of why animals behave in the way that they do, and helps us learn how best to respond to the challenges that animals face when living in captive and wild environments.
This degree employs a multi-disciplinary, research-driven approach to the study of animal behaviour and welfare. 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.
It is informed by academics...
The scientific study of animal behaviour and welfare furthers our understanding of why animals behave in the way that they do, and helps us learn how best to respond to the challenges that animals face when living in captive and wild environments.
This degree employs a multi-disciplinary, research-driven approach to the study of animal behaviour and welfare. 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.
It is informed by academics who are considered to be at the forefront of their respective fields in welfare assessment, animal management, evolutionary biology, and animal cognition. This includes leading experts Professor Daniel Mills, who specialises in clinical animal behaviour; Professor Anna Wilkinson, who specialises in animal cognition; and Professor Oliver Burman, who specialises in assessment of animal welfare.
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2027-09-13
Campus
Lincoln (Main Site)
Application Details
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Codes/info
Course Code
A33-J18
Institution Code
L39
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
Entry Requirements
A level
B,C,C
B,B,C
To include a Grade B from A Level Biology or Psychology or equivalent qualification.
T Level
T Level in Science accepted. Health or Health Science NOT accepted.
UCAS Tariff
104.0
112.0
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.
Scottish Higher
104 to 112 UCAS Tariff points to include 40 points from an Advanced Higher in Biology or Psychology. A combination of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted."
Access to HE Diploma
104 to 112 UCAS points to be achieved from 45 Level 3 credits., including 15 credits in Biology or Psychology.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
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.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
To include a Higher Level 5 in Biology or Psychology.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management accepted. BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science accepted depending on modules studied. Please include these in your application or contact our Admissions team for further information (admissions@lincoln.ac.uk)
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Fees and funding
| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Northern Ireland, Wales | £10,050 | 2026/27 | Year 1 | |
| International, EU | £18,800 | 2026/27 | Year 1 |
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