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Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation (with Foundation Year) FdSc
Course Overview - Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation (with Foundation Year) FdSc
Why choose this course?
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.
You will:
Study zoological science, animal husbandry, animal learning and training, and survey skills for conservation
Take part in work placements to develop practical skills and demonstrate the knowledge and skills they have gained
Have access to a veterinary clinical suite, bespoke training area and Cruft’s standard agility course
Enjoy off-site visits...
Why choose this course?<br/><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/><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/>You can also choose to study this course without a foundation year FdSc Applied Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation UCAS code: D300
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Wrexham (Main Campus)
Course Address
Wrexham Campus
Mold Road
Wrexham
LL11 2AW
Application Details
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
85D4
Institution Code
G53
Points of Entry
Foundation
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
48
72
Our general entry requirement for the foundation year is 48-72 UCAS tariff points but all applications are considered individually and we consider work experience, vocational training/qualifications as well as motivation and potential to succeed. The programme welcomes applications from anyone who can demonstrate a commitment to the subject and the potential to complete their chosen programme successfully. This can be established by showing appropriate academic achievements or by demonstrating that they possess the knowledge and ability equivalent to the academic qualifications.
Scottish Higher
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Access to HE Diploma
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
48-72 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)
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
AS
Accepted alongside A-Levels as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
Scottish Advanced Higher
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Cambridge International Pre-U Certificate - Principal
48-72 UCAS Tariff points
Extended Project
Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015)
Accepted as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff point requirement.
Leaving Certificate - Ordinary Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Accepted alongside Irish Leaving Certificate Higher Level as part of overall 48-72 UCAS Tariff requirement.
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| Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
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