PGCert Applied Animal Behaviour and Welfare at Hartpury University

Apply theoretical knowledge in practical environments to enact change. Make a positive difference in the world of animal behaviour and welfare. Our 360-hectare rural campus provides an inspiring place to develop your understanding.

Study mode: full-time (part-time available)  |  Location: Gloucester, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

This degree focuses on the scientific understanding of animal behaviour and welfare and how this is applied practically to real-life situations. Study the key elements of animal welfare science, including the legal structures and scientific concepts applied to a variety of modern contexts. Compulsory modules include Contemporary Issues in Animal Welfare Science (15 credits), Advances in Animal Behaviour (15 credits), Ethics of Animal Use (15 credits), Applied Animal Welfare Assessment (15 credits), Companion Animal Behaviour and Welfare (MSc and PGDip) (15 credits), The Research Process (MSc and PGDip) (15 credits), Companion and Working Animal Regulations (Online module. MSc and PGDip) (15 credits), Postgraduate Dissertation (MSc only) (60 credits).

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