BSc (Hons) Animal Management (Pet Behaviour and Welfare) at Anglia Ruskin University

Shape the future of pet welfare, study companion animal behaviour on our ABTC-recognised course and build a successful career in the growing pet industry. UK students have the option to study Year 1 of this course, either for one year full-time or two years part-time, to achieve a CertHE. You can also choose to combine a foundation year with the CertHE.

Duration: 3 years; 4 years with foundation  |  Study mode: full-time, part-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Chelmsford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You’ll start by learning about the fundamentals of animal management, covering biology, ethics, and essential practical and professional skills. In years 2-3, as well as building on your knowledge of these core topics, you’ll focus on animal behaviour, training and welfare as they pertain to companion animals, and develop the specific professional skills you need to work as a pet trainer or behaviourist. Year 1: Biology, Ecology and Evolution, Industry Skills and Professional Wellbeing, Ethics of Animal Use, Human-Animal Interaction. Year 2: Ruskin Module, Behaviour, Principles of Animal Nutrition, Research Methods, Animal Breeding and Development, Animal Health and Welfare, Professional Practice and Legislation, Applied Behaviour and Training. Year 3: Major Project, Applied Behaviour and Animal Welfare, People Management, Training and Support, Applied Nutrition and Feeding, Strategies and Issues in Animal Breeding, Clinical Animal Behaviour, Developing Clinical Practice.

Career pathways

The pet behaviour and welfare course has prepared me within my line of work, providing me with a crucial insight towards a working clinic and authentic cases. Our course’s recognition from the ABTC means you’ll gain the most up-to-date animal training and behaviour knowledge and skills.

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