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MSc Animal Behaviour and Evolution

Manchester Metropolitan University

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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Manchester Metropolitan University

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    05-OCT-26

  • Duration

    1 Year

Course summary

From evolutionary development to environmental stimuli, animal behaviour is shaped by a range of factors. This masters course is your chance to explore them in detail – not only developing your understanding of the theoretical principles of behaviour, but also learning how to harness these principles to tackle real-world animal welfare and conservation issues. It’s an area that covers a diverse range of disciplines, from a strong numerical approach in the classroom, to a practical approach in the lab and in the field. The course is built around strong core units that address the interaction between environment, experience, and physiology in the development and dynamics of animal behaviour. Above all, this is a course that offers the chance to study animal behaviour up close. You can choose between a field trip to Europe (eg France) or Tanzania in East Africa. The residential field course to Europe is mandatory and included in the cost of the course fees. As well as expert analytical abilities and practical research techniques, you’ll leave us with an in-depth understanding of how animal physiology, experience and environment combine to create behaviour. All of this knowledge prepares you to pursue a range of career paths, from animal management to education or further research.Career prospectsThe practical nature of our course prepares you for a wide range of career paths including animal management, conservation, teaching, environmental education and more. You could go on to work for a variety of organisations, from charities and wildlife parks to ecological and environmental consultancy. By the time you leave us, you’ll be equipped to pursue a career with organisations like environmental consultancies, government research and advisory bodies, zoos and NGOs, or to continue your studies onto PhD level. This course is also a valuable option if you’re already in a relevant role, with many students taking our masters course as part of their professional development. Some of our graduates have progressed into roles for organisations such as:DefraNatural EnglandPeak District National ParkThe BBCRSPCARSPBZoos and aquaria.

Tuition fees

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£ 22,500per year

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University information

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

Manchester Metropolitan University

  • University League Table

    53rd

  • Campus address

    Manchester Metropolitan University, Ormond Building, Lower Ormond Street, Manchester, Lancashire, M15 6BX, United Kingdom

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The university welcomes a diverse international student population of more than 5,000 international students from over 120 countries.
Each year, a range of welcome events are organised to help new students settle into university, explore the city, and prepare for academic studies.
Study in the centre of the global city of Manchester, on a campus with world-class learning spaces, a lively Students’ Union and fantastic social hubs.

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    Biological Sciences

    55th out of 87 4

  • Entry standards

    / Max 225
    113 50%

    60th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    70.0 70%

    49th

    12

  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.17 79%

    38th

    15

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