This course takes place at
Merrist Wood CollegeMerrist Wood College
Holly Lane
Worplesdon
Guildford
GU3 3PE
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Animal Behaviour and Welfare (Top-up)
- Study level:
- Undergraduate
- Awarded by:
- Kingston University
Course options
- Study mode:
- Full-time
- Qualification:
- Bachelor of Science - BSc
- Duration:
- 1 Years
- Start date:
- 09/09/2024
- Campus:
- Merrist Wood College
This course takes place at
Merrist Wood CollegeCourse summary
This programme allows for more in-depth specialist knowledge development and the opportunity for research into a chosen field of study. You will develop awareness of current issues regarding animal management, behaviour and welfare in a range of settings, including farming, zoos, the leisure and entertainment sectors, laboratories and domestic environments.
PROGRAMME MODULES
→ Animal Cognition (30 credits)
→ Concepts in Animal Welfare (30 credits)
→ Practical Experiments in Animal Behaviour (30 Credits)
→ Research Project (30 credits)
CAREERS
You could work in a variety of roles within welfare organisations, in the animal behaviour field, government departments, and in practical and research roles involving the management, welfare and training of animals.
Modules
Practical and professional skills development (30 credits), animal cognition and behaviour (30 credits), advanced animal welfare (30 credits), research project (30 credits). Total 120 credits.
Assessment method
You will be continually assessed through assignments, project work, oral presentations, poster presentations, seminars, group discussions and a dissertation. There will also be a small number of exams, for which you will be prepared.
Apply by
31 January
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Application codes
- Course code:
- D300
- Institution code:
- O25
- Campus name:
- Merrist Wood College
- Campus Code:
- M
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
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How to apply
Apply by
31 January
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- D300
- Institution code:
- O25
- Campus name:
- Merrist Wood College
- Campus Code:
- M
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
Course optionsEntry requirements
Qualification requirements
GCSE/National 4/National 5
minimum of Grade 4 at GCSE for English, maths and science
Animal Behaviour Welfare Foundation Degree or HND (or suitable equivalent subject) with a minimum Pass profile.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 |
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England | £8000* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £8000* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £8000* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £8000* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £8000* | Year 1 |
* This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Please note that tuition fees may increase in subsequent years for both new and continuing students in line with an inflationary amount determined by government. Fees are subject to agreement by the Office for Students.
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