Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation

Wrexham University
Undergraduate FdSc Full-time 2 Years Agriculture and related sciences

A-Level Entry

EEE - DDD

UCAS Points

48 - 72 points

About this course

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 to animal charities, wildlife centres and other industry-related venues

Key Course Features: Study at Northop campus which boasts 90 acres of natural meadows, woodland, ponds, streams and a diverse range of animal and plant species including orchids, badgers, birds of prey and Great Crested Newts Develop high-level knowledge of animal behaviour welfare and conservation husbandry and training 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 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 and conducting ecological surveys to training assistance dogs Industry-active staff with specialist academic and practical skills, and experience of working with a range of domestic and wild animals Top up to a full BSc (Hons) degree in Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation once you’ve completed the foundation degree (further one year of study needed)

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades EEE - DDD
UCAS Tariff Points 48 - 72 points
BTEC PPP - MPP

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3111 Laboratory technicians
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
2112 Biological scientists
3240 Veterinary nurses
2151 Conservation professionals

Course Details

Qualification
Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Northop
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Agriculture and related sciences