Canine Behaviour, Training and Performance

This unique Canine Training and Performance degree offers you an exciting opportunity to gain the latest scientific knowledge and practical skill set to succeed. We can empower you with the learning toolkit to become a specialist in canine behaviour, training and performance. On this degree you will:

• Discover how to create powerful positive partnerships between dogs and people.

• Learn the secrets of successful training and excellent performance.

• Become empowered by developing specialist skills with leading industry experts.

• Join the revolution of science-led, compassionate, and ethical dog trainers who are making a difference to animal welfare.

• Connect a like-minded innovative community working to improve the lives of dogs and people.

Key Course Features:

• This degree is part of a subject area rated 1st in the UK for student satisfaction in the Agriculture & Forestry subject league tables, Complete University Guide 2023

• Train with leading industry specialists K9 Conservation Consultancy

• Access to indoor training facility with state-of-the-art cushioned dog sport flooring and viewing balcony

• Gain a theory to practice learning experience with our veterinary clinical suite

• Utilise the Crufts standard agility course and equipment

• Be taught by veterinary and behavioural professionals

• Study on a stunning rural campus

Course Modules

YEAR 1 (LEVEL 4)
MODULES

• Professional and Academic Development (Core)

• Professional Practice 1 (Core)

• Canine Behaviour and Cognition (Core)

• Human Canine Interaction (Core)

• Introduction to Canine Anatomy and Physiology (Core)

• Specialist Training (Core)

YEAR 2 (LEVEL 5)
MODULES

• Professional Practice 2 (Core)

• Canine Learning and Training (Core)

• Conditioning and Sports Performance (Core)

• Practical Health and Disease (Core)

• Specialist Training 2 (Core)

• Training Instruction and Coaching skills (Core)

The information listed in this section is an overview of the academic content of the programme that will take the form of either core or option modules. Modules are designated as core or option in accordance with professional body requirements and internal academic framework review, so may be subject to change.

This programme includes a variety of learning and teaching methods in the class, practical settings and sessions delivered within the workplace. These include:

• Practical sessions in our specialist indoor training area, veterinary clinical suite and rural landscape

• Lectures

• Workshops

• Exciting and inspirational guest speakers

• A range of online activities using our bespoke virtual learning environment

• Industry placements

• Educational Visits

• Broad range of assessments from practical to reports

• Access to Wrexham facilities

• Individual personal tutors and their dogs!

Learn from one of the best in the field. On the Canine Behaviour, Training and Performance programme, you will be taught by Louise Wilson, Founder of Conservation K9 Consultancy and a UK pioneer in wildlife detection dog training. With over 20 years of international experience, Louise brings real-world, science-led insight into every session. Her ethical, dog-centred approach is rooted in evidence-based methods, high welfare standards and a One Welfare philosophy that balances conservation and canine wellbeing.

TEACHING AND LEARNING

Wrexham University is committed to supporting our students to maximise their academic potential.

We offer workshops and support sessions in areas such as academic writing, effective note-making and preparing for assignments. Students can book appointments with academic skills tutors dedicated to helping deal with the practicalities of university work. Our student support section has more information on the help available.

In terms of particular needs, the University’s Inclusion Services can provide appropriate guidance and support should any students require reasonable adjustments to be made because of a recognised prevailing disability, medical condition, or specific learning difference.