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In this course, you will examine animal biology as it relates to the behaviour and welfare of animals. This includes developing an understanding of the complexity of the relationship between animal behaviour and animal welfare, in addition to providing you with an opportunity to learn about the range of research methods that can be applied in the scientific study of animal behaviour. You will learn about scientific applications of animal behaviour, including how an understanding of animal behaviour can help us to improve their welfare and facilitate safe, positive, human-animal interactions. The course will also introduce business management of relevance to working within animal-related industries.
This degree programme is pending validation by CCAB Certification Ltd. and the Animal Behaviour Training Council (ABTC) accreditation committees as delivering the academic elements necessary for an individual to achieve certification as a clinical animal behaviourist (CCAB).
A version of this course with a placement year is also available.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Veterinary Science
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
In this course, you will examine animal biology as it relates to the behaviour and welfare of animals. This includes developing an understanding of the complexity of the relationship between animal behaviour and animal welfare, in addition to providing you with an opportunity to learn about the range of research methods that can be applied in the scientific study of animal behaviour. You will learn about scientific applications of animal behaviour, including how an understanding of animal behaviour can help us to improve their welfare and facilitate safe, positive, human-animal interactions. The course will also introduce business management of relevance to working within animal-related industries.
This degree programme is pending validation by CCAB Certification Ltd. and the Animal Behaviour Training Council (ABTC) accreditation committees as delivering the academic elements necessary for an individual to achieve certification as a clinical animal behaviourist (CCAB).
A version of this course with a placement year is also available.
Admission Requirements
80+
6+
169+
60+
96+
Applicants are encouraged to gain experience working with a number of different animals in different settings. Applicants should include details of this in their application. Experience of different animals will enable reflection and will help with many aspects as students’ progress through the course.
4 Years
Sep
Tuition fees
Domestic
9,790 GBP
International
17,160 GBP
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Harper Adams University, Newport, United Kingdom
48 monthsProgramme duration
17,160 GBPTuition Fee/year
SepStarting Month
Programme overview
Main Subject
Veterinary Science
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
This degree programme is pending validation by CCAB Certification Ltd. and the Animal Behaviour Training Council (ABTC) accreditation committees as delivering the academic elements necessary for an individual to achieve certification as a clinical animal behaviourist (CCAB).
A version of this course with a placement year is also available.
Programme overview
Main Subject
Veterinary Science
Degree
BSc
Study Level
Undergraduate
Study Mode
On Campus
This degree programme is pending validation by CCAB Certification Ltd. and the Animal Behaviour Training Council (ABTC) accreditation committees as delivering the academic elements necessary for an individual to achieve certification as a clinical animal behaviourist (CCAB).
A version of this course with a placement year is also available.
Admission Requirements
Tuition fees
Domestic
International
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