International Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law (Online Learning)

The University of Edinburgh
Postgraduate PgDip Distance learning (part-time) 4 Years Agriculture and related sciences

About this course

The overall objective of this online distance learning programme is to provide knowledge and an understanding of animal welfare science, with a focus on the international issues arising from animal use in all its forms.

The programme is delivered by researchers and teachers from both the Jeanne Marchig International Centre for Animal Welfare Education (within the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies) and Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) with a series of guest lecturers from around the world.

The programme offers courses in a variety of areas, including:

* history, culture and concepts of animal welfare

* animal behaviour

* animal welfare assessment

* animal ethics

* recommendations and policy

* legislation, regulation and enforcement

* science communication

* applied animal welfare - production, companion and captive wild animals

Learn more about why you should study with us on our website. This programme is affiliated with the University's Global Health Academy.

Study Options

This course is available in 4 study options:

Distance learning (part-time) Shown above

Duration: 4 Years

Qualification: PgDip

Location: Edinburgh

Distance learning (part-time) Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: Professional Development Diploma

Location: Edinburgh

Distance learning (part-time) Shown above

Duration: 6 Years

Qualification: MSc

Location: Edinburgh

Distance learning (part-time) Shown above

Duration: 2 Years

Qualification: PgCert

Location: Edinburgh

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
2112 Biological scientists
1212 Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services
3581 Inspectors of standards and regulations
2151 Conservation professionals
2240 Veterinarians

Course Details

Qualification
Postgraduate Diploma - PgDip
Study Mode
Distance learning (part-time)
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Edinburgh
Scheme
Postgraduate
Subjects
Agriculture and related sciences