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Applied Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation (with Foundation Year) FdSc

Wrexham University

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UCAS CODE: 85D4

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  • Qualification

    Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

  • Location

    Wrexham (Main Campus)

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    23-SEP-24

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Why choose this course?If you’re passionate about animals there’s never been a better time to prepare for your dream career with this course which covers animal behaviour, ethics and welfare. This course is part of a subject area rated 1st in the UK for student satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2023.You will:- *study in a subject area rated 1st in the UK for student satisfaction in the Agriculture & Forestry subject league tables, Complete University Guide 2023- study zoological science, animal husbandry, animal learning and training, and survey skills for conservation- take part in work placements to develop practical skills and demonstrate the knowledge and skills they have gained- 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 venuesYou can also choose to study this course without a foundation year FdSc Applied Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation UCAS code: D300Key course features:- *Subject area is rated 1st in the UK for student satisfaction in the Agriculture & Forestry subject league tables, Complete University Guide 2022- Includes foundation year to prepare you for further years of study- Develop high-level knowledge of animal behaviour, husbandry, and training- Urban and rural study environments - split your study time between the Northop campus set in stunning North Wales countryside and our Wrexham campus, on the edge of the largest town in North East Wales- Excellent links with industry and opportunities to secure work placements which will enhance your career prospects. Gain experience in a range of practical situations from zoo work to training assistance dogs- Industry-active staff with specialist academic and practical skills, and experience of working with a range of domestic and wild animals- Top up to a full BSc (Hons) degree in Animal Studies once you’ve completed the foundation degree (further one year of study needed)

Application deadline

31 January

Tuition fees

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11,750per year

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University information

Wrexham University

  • University League Table

    130th

  • Campus address

    Glyndwr University, Wrexham, Plas Coch, Mold Road, Wrexham, Wrexham, LL11 2AW, Wales

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