Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation

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.

You will:
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 venues

Key Course Features:
Study at Northop campus which boasts 90 acres of natural meadows, woodland, ponds, streams and a diverse range of animal and plant species including orchids, badgers, birds of prey and Great Crested Newts
Develop high-level knowledge of animal behaviour welfare and conservation 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 and conducting ecological surveys 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 Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation once you’ve completed the foundation degree (further one year of study needed)