Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)

Why choose this course?<br/>This broad-based course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills required to enter a variety of professions within the animal sector.<br/><br/>You will:<br/>Develop and advance your existing knowledge in the core themes of animal welfare, behaviour and conservation<br/>Design and implement a research study of their choice<br/>Gain personal and professional development to maximise employability within the industry<br/>Have access to a veterinary clinical suite, bespoke training area and Cruft’s standard agility course<br/>Enjoy off site visits to animal charities, wildlife centres and other industry related venues<br/><br/>Key Course Features: <br/>Develop high-level knowledge of animal physiology, behaviour, training, welfare, and conservation<br/>Urban and rural study environments - split your study time between the Northop campus set in the stunning North Wales countryside and our Wrexham campus, on the edge of the largest town in North East Wales<br/>Excellent links with industry<br/>Opportunities to carry out your own research project in a specialism of your choice within a variety of settings<br/>Industry-active staff with specialist academic and practical skills, and experience of working with a range of domestic, and wild animals<br/>Join our zoological society and enjoy a range of events, activities and trips throughout the year<br/>Progression from the BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation Science includes employment or post-graduate study

Want to be part of a university committed to excellence, inclusion, collaboration, transformation and sustainability? Then look no further. <br/><br/>Wrexham University has been ranked a top 5 UK university for Teaching Quality (The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025), making sure you'll get an outstanding education, no matter what you study. <br/><br/>They're also passionate about providing equal opportunities for all. Whatever you study at Wrexham University, you'll get the chance to learn from leading academics, earn professional experience and use industry-standard equipment. On-site facilities include an advanced Healthcare Simulation Centre, modern learning and social spaces, Olympic-standard sports equipment, a Veterinary Nursing Suite and a Cyber Innovation Academy. <br/><br/>You'll be supported every step of the way at Wrexham University; from their dedicated learning support teams, to expert wellbeing advisors and specialists, every student has a network of assistance available to them.<br/><br/>Come and see it for yourself by contacting Wrexham University to arrange a campus tour!