Why choose this course?
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. Our Animal Science subject area is top in the UK for student satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2023.
You will:
- *study in a subject area rated 1st in the UK for student satisfaction in the Agriculture & Forestry subject league tables, Complete University Guide 2023
- develop and advance your existing knowledge in the core themes of animal welfare, behaviour and conservat...
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. Our Animal Science subject area is top in the UK for student satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2023.<br/><br/>You will:<br/>- *study in a subject area rated 1st in the UK for student satisfaction in the Agriculture & Forestry subject league tables, Complete University Guide 2023<br/><br/><br/>- develop and advance your existing knowledge in the core themes of animal welfare, behaviour and conservation<br/><br/><br/>- design and implement a research study of their choice<br/><br/><br/>- gain personal and professional development to maximise employability within the industry<br/><br/><br/>- have access to a veterinary clinical suite, bespoke training area and Cruft’s standard agility course<br/><br/><br/>- enjoy off site visits to animal charities, wildlife centres and other industry related venues <br/><br/><br/>Key Course Features:<br/>- Develop high-level knowledge of animal physiology, behaviour, training, welfare, and conservation<br/><br/><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/><br/><br/>- Excellent links with industry<br/><br/><br/>- Opportunities to carry out your own research project in a specialism of your choice within variety of settings<br/><br/><br/>- Industry-active staff with specialist academic and practical skills, and experience of working with a range of domestic, and wild animals<br/><br/><br/>- Join our zoological society and enjoy a range of events, activities and trips throughout the year<br/><br/><br/>- Progression from the BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation Science includes employment or postgraduate study.<br/>
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Northop
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
839K
Institution Code
G53
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2
UCAS TariffScottish HigherAccess to HE DiplomaInternational Baccalaureate Diploma Programme96-112 UCAS Tariff points from International Baccalaureate Certificates Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)96-112 UCAS Tariff points ASAccepted alongside A-Levels as part of overall 96-112 UCAS Tariff requirement. Scottish Advanced HigherCambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal96-112 UCAS Tariff points Extended ProjectAccepted as part of overall 96-112 UCAS Tariff requirement. Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)Accepted as part of overall 96-112 UCAS Tariff point requirement. Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)Accepted alongside Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Level as part of overall 96-112 UCAS Tariff requirement. Where GCSE Maths, English and/or Science are required these must be at O4 or above. A level |
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