MRes Animal Welfare at Newcastle University

Gain the skills and knowledge to become an animal welfare scientist, trained by word-class researchers. Your 24-week research project is the core component of the course.

Faculty: Faculty of Science, Agriculture and Engineering  |  Department: School of Natural and Environmental Sciences  |  Duration: Full time: 1 year  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Intake: September 2027  |  Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

You can also choose from our broad range of further taught modules to develop your bespoke course, including 'Practical aspects of animal welfare' and 'Biological study of behaviour'. You'll then engage in a 24-week research project in animal welfare research. Compulsory modules include: Theoretical Aspects of Animal Welfare, MRes Project, Research Skills and Principles for the Biosciences.

Career pathways

This MRes can be a pathway for a career in scientific research in academia and industry. It is also excellent preparation for a PhD. Graduate roles and employers include: project manager; research associate; associate consultant; senior analysts; research scientist; Marie Curie early stage researcher; clinical research associate; medical information and patient safety executive; medical writer; medical doctor.

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