Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation (Top-Up)

Wrexham University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 1 Year Agriculture and related sciences

A-Level Entry

N/A

About this course

Why choose this course? The BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation top-up programme follows on from our FdSc Applied Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation. It provides a balanced package of skills and knowledge, tailored for those wishing to enter an animal care sector profession.

You will: Develop and advance their 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 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 N/A

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

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

Course Details

Qualification
Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Northop
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Agriculture and related sciences