Animal Science and Welfare
Teesside University, Middlesbrough
UCAS Code: D300 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
Including study of level 3 biology, applied science, or another related subject.
96-112 tariff points from Access to HE Diploma with level 3 science unit awarded at merit or higher.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
In addition to level 3 qualifications, numeracy and literacy skills equivalent to at least GCSE grade 4 (or C) are required.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Including biology (or another related subject).
Including biology (or another related subject).
UCAS Tariff
Including study of level 3 biology, applied science, or another related subject.
About this course
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**Note: Due to the course delivery location and visa restrictions, this course is NOT available to international students requiring a Student Visa.**
**Course overview**: You explore the scientific understanding of animal health, physiology and behaviour and the global challenges that face them. Study this course to prepare yourself for a broad range of careers within industrial, commercial, government and environmental settings as well as continued study in postgraduate and research positions.
The course incorporates three core discipline-based themes, which are developed at each level, as follows: animal physiology, animal behaviour and biological science; ecology and conservation; animal welfare and management.
At our partner institute, East Durham College (Houghall campus), you gain hands-on experience with native and exotic animals. Understand their physiology, health, behaviour, nutrition, husbandry, and management, and how scientific tools and research can benefit the health and welfare of many animal species.
Houghall Farm is set on a stunning 476-acre estate, minutes from Durham city centre. It is a fantastic place to work with animals, with a reptile house, aquatics area, small mammal house and an aviary. There is also a commercial dog grooming studio, 22-bay dog kennel, and a dog agility and walking area. The site is also home to horse riding stables, an arena, and commercial pig and cattle facilities.
**Top reasons to study this course**
1. Practical experience in lab, on the farm, and in urban and countryside settings
2. A strong scientific foundation in animal science and welfare
3. Our teaching team includes active and internationally published researchers.
**After the course**: You will be well placed to seek employment in a range of sectors that support animal science and welfare including public services, zoos, wildlife parks, charities, conservation, and animal research. This degree will also provide a strong basis for postgraduate study.
Modules
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Assessment methods
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