Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation (with Foundation Year) FdSc

Why choose this course?<br/>If you’re passionate about animals there’s never been a better time to prepare for your dream career with this course which covers animal behaviour, ethics and welfare.<br/><br/>You will:<br/>Study zoological science, animal husbandry, animal learning and training, and survey skills for conservation<br/>Take part in work placements to develop practical skills and demonstrate the knowledge and skills they have gained<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/>Includes foundation year to prepare you for further years of study<br/>Develop high-level knowledge of animal behaviour, husbandry, and training<br/>Urban and rural study environments - split your study time between the Northop campus set in stunning North Wales countryside and our Wrexham campus, on the edge of the largest town in North East Wales<br/>Excellent links with industry and opportunities to secure work placements which will enhance your career prospects. Gain experience in a range of practical situations from zoo work to training assistance dogs<br/>Industry-active staff with specialist academic and practical skills, and experience of working with a range of domestic and wild animals<br/>Top up to a full BSc (Hons) degree in Animal Studies once you’ve completed the foundation degree (further one year of study needed)