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Animal Behaviour and Welfare

  • Master of Biosciences (with Honours)
  • 4 Years
  • Full-Time
  • 13 September 2027
  • Undergraduate
Lincoln (Main Site)
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Course summary

The scientific study of animal behaviour and welfare furthers our understanding of why animals behave in the way that they do, and helps us learn how best to respond to the challenges that animals face when living in captive and wild environments.

This degree employs a multi-disciplinary, research-driven approach to the study of animal behaviour and welfare. The course aims to help students develop the knowledge and skills needed to understand animal behaviour and welfare, working, for example, with insects, reptiles, birds and mammals.

This MBio programme includes an additional research-intensive final year, which can lead to further research and employment opportunities. It is informed by academics who are considered to be at the forefront of their respective fields in welfare assessment, animal management, evolutionary biology, and animal cognition. This includes leading experts Professor Daniel Mills, who specialises in clinical animal behaviour; Professor Anna Wilkinson, who specialises in animal cognition; and Professor Oliver Burman, who specialises in assessment of animal welfare.

Modules

Course Modules

For the most up to date module information, please visit the course page for this programme on our website.

Assessment method

The way students will be assessed on this course will vary for each module. It could include coursework, such as a dissertation or essay, written and practical exams, portfolio development, group work or presentations to name some examples. Throughout this degree, students may receive tuition from professors, senior lecturers, lecturers, researchers, practitioners, visiting experts or technicians, and they may be supported in their learning by other students.

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Lincoln (Main Site)

Study options

  • Master of Biosciences (with Honours) • Full-Time • 4 Years

Start dates

  • 13 September 2027

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
D791
Institution code:
L39
Campus name:
Lincoln (Main Site)
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2, 3

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How to apply

Apply by
13 January 2027

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
D791
Institution code:
L39
Campus name:
Lincoln (Main Site)

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

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Entry requirements

Typical qualification requirements

A level
BBC-BBB

To include a Grade B in Biology or Psychology or equivalent qualifications.

T Level
M

T Level in Science accepted.
Health or Health Science are NOT accepted.

UCAS Tariff
112-120

From a minimum of 2 A Levels or equivalent qualifications. To include 40 UCAS tariff points from A Level Biology or Psychology or equivalent qualification.

Scottish Higher

112 to 120 UCAS Tariff points to include a minimum of 40 points from an Advanced Higher in Biology or Psychology.

A combination of Highers and Advanced Highers accepted.

Access to HE Diploma

112 to 120 UCAS points to be achieved from 45 Level 3 credits, including 15 level 3 credits in Biology or Psychology.

GCSE/National 4/National 5

Applicants will also need at least three GCSEs at grade 4 or above, which must include English, Maths and Science. Equivalent Level 2 qualifications may also be considered.

International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Offer: 30

To include a Higher Level 5 in Biology or Psychology.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
DDM

BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management accepted.

BTEC Extended Diploma in Applied Science accepted depending on modules studied.
Please include these in your application or contact our Admissions team for further information (admissions@lincoln.ac.uk).

The University accepts a wide range of qualifications as the basis for entry and do accept a combination of qualifications which may include A Levels, BTECs, Extended Project Qualification (EPQ).

We may also consider applicants with extensive and relevant work experience and will give special individual consideration to those who do not meet the standard entry qualifications.

English language requirements

In addition to meeting the academic requirements, EU and Overseas students will also be required to demonstrate English language proficiency equivalent to IELTS 6.0 overall, with a minimum of 5.5 in each element. Please visit our English language requirements page for a full list of the English qualifications we accept: https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/englishlanguagerequirementsandsupport/englishlanguagerequirements/https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/home/studywithus/internationalstudents/entryrequirementsandyourcountry/

Contextual admissions

Universities and colleges consider more than grades when assessing applications and may make offers based on a range of criteria. Learn more about contextual offers.

At Lincoln, we recognise that not everybody has had the same advice and support to help them get to higher education. Contextual offers are one of the ways we remove the barriers to higher education, ensuring fair access for all students regardless of background and personal experiences. If eligible, your offer may be lower depending on the course you applied for, your qualifications and your circumstances. For more information, including eligibility criteria, visit our Offer Guide Pages.

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Historical entry grades data

This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course with (learn more).

It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Per year tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland£10050
EU & International£18800

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Some courses may incur additional costs for items such as specialist clothing, materials or equipment, depending on the subject. Some courses include opportunities for fieldwork or field trips. Where these are compulsory, the cost of travel, accommodation and meals may be covered by the University and included in the tuition fee. Optional trips are normally self-funded unless stated otherwise. Some courses also offer optional placements in the UK or overseas, or study abroad opportunities. Students undertaking these will be responsible for their own travel, accommodation and meal costs. Placements can last from a few weeks up to a full year for those choosing an optional sandwich year. Students are encouraged to secure placements independently, with support and advice available from tutors if required. The University provides comprehensive reading lists and access to core texts through its libraries but students may choose to purchase their own copies at their own expense.

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