Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation (with Foundation Year)

Wrexham University
Undergraduate BSc (Hons) Full-time 4 Years Agriculture and related sciences

A-Level Entry

EEE - DDD

UCAS Points

48 - 72 points

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 a 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 post-graduate study

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