Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation

Wrexham University

Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 3 Years Agriculture and related sciences

Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation BSc (Hons) is an undergraduate degree at Wrexham University, based in Northop, taught full-time over 3 years. Typical A-level entry is CCC - BBC.

A-Level Entry

CCC - BBC

Typical offer · UCAS

UCAS Points

96 - 112 points

Typical offer · UCAS

About this course

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.

You will:
Develop and advance your existing knowledge in the core themes of animal welfare, behaviour and conservation
Design and implement a research study of their choice
Gain personal and professional development to maximise employability within the industry
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:
Develop high-level knowledge of animal physiology, behaviour, training, welfare, and conservation
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
Excellent links with industry
Opportunities to carry out your own research project in a specialism of your choice within variety of settings
Industry-active staff with specialist academic and practical skills, and experience of working with a range of domestic, and wild animals
Join our zoological society and enjoy a range of events, activities and trips throughout the year
Progression from the BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation Science includes employment or postgraduate study.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades CCC - BBC
UCAS Tariff Points 96 - 112 points
Scottish Higher CDDDDD
Scottish Advanced Higher DDD
BTEC MMM - DMM

Career Prospects

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Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
3 Years
Start Date
2025

2025-entry data — 2026 offers may differ

Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Northop
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Agriculture and related sciences