Our BSc (Hons) Animal Management, Science and Welfare degree, validated by Sheffield Hallam University, provides a comprehensive understanding of animal biology, behaviour and welfare, combined with the practical skills required for effective animal care and management. Delivered at our specialist land-based Brooksby Campus, the course integrates scientific theory with hands-on experience, allowing you to work with a range of species while developing essential laboratory, research and husbandry skills. With a strong emphasis on employability, you will have opportunities to gain real-world experience through industry placements, preparing you for a successful career in the animal sector or further postgraduate study.
Course Content
This course is designed to provide a balance of scientific knowledge, practical skills and industry insight, supporting your development as a graduate ready for a career in the animal sector. Throughout the programme you will develop a comprehensive understanding of animal anatomy and physiology, welfare assessment, health, nutrition, training and behaviour and evolution and ecology. Alongside this you will undertake research methods and professional practice, culminating in an independent research project in your final year focused on a specialist topic of your choice.
The course supports both practically driven students and those with a strong academic focus, enabling progression into industry, research or further study. Designed to enhance employability, the course includes a compulsory industry placement and a tailored teaching module that develops students’ confidence and skills in engaging a variety of audiences.
You’ll study at our Brooksby Campus, a specialist land-based campus, offering excellent facilities for animal study. This setting provides a real-world learning environment where you will develop essential practical skills alongside your academic studies. Facilities include:
• A dedicated Animal Care Unit housing a range of species
• Specialist areas for small and large and exotic mammals, reptiles, amphibians and invertebrates
• Purpose-built animal handling and teaching spaces
• Access to state-of-the-art laboratory facilities to support scientific learning
• Extensive land-based environment, supporting practical and ecological study
Why study this course?
• Hands-on learning at Brooksby Campus, a specialist land-based site
• Strong focus on employability, with opportunities to develop industry-ready skills
• Industry placement experience to enhance your CV and professional network
• Career-focused curriculum aligned with current animal welfare and management standards
• Taught by industry-experienced staff with expertise in animal science and welfare
Career and Progression Opportunities
After completing this course, you will be well prepared for employment within animal industries, welfare and conservation organisations, animal management roles, or progression to postgraduate study. Graduates may progress into a range of careers and roles, including:
• RSPCA Inspector
• Animal care technician
• Animal rescue and rehabilitation
• Zookeeper or aquarist
• Wildlife conservation officer
• Ecological or fieldwork assistant
• Animal technician (laboratories or research facilities)
• Animal nutrition advisor
• Behavioural research assistant
• Animal unit or kennel manager
• Pet industry advisor or specialist
• Livestock and farm animal technician
• Careers in Education
Year 1 Modules
*AM1001 Animal Welfare and Management
*AM1002 Animal Anatomy and Physiology
*AM1003 Animal Behaviour, Comparative Psychology and Ethical Practice
*AM1004 Personal, Professional and Academic Development
*AM1005 Natural History, Evolution and Domestication
*AM1006 Principles of Animal Health
*AM1007 Large Animal Husbandry, Welfare and Sustainability
Year 2 Modules:
*AM2001 Applied Animal Nutrition
*AM2002 Research Methods
*AM2003 British Wildlife Management and Ecology
*AM2004 Employability and Work-Based Placement
*AM2005 Principles of Animal Learning, Cognition and Training
*AM2006 Animal Law and Ethics
*AM2007 Mammalian Breeding and Genetics
Year 3 modules:
*AM3001 Education, Engagement and Outreach in Animal Studies
*AM3002 Research Project
*AM3003 Management of Animal Collections
*AM3004 Veterinary Microbiology
*AM3005 Veterinary Rehabilitation and Complimentary Therapies.
Teaching is informed by ongoing research and current industry practice, with visiting professionals and educational trips contributing specialist insights and real-world perspectives. Academic staff bring extensive expertise in animal science, welfare, management and applied research, ensuring that your learning is informed by real-world experience and aligned with current professional standards and expectations.
You will benefit from a variety of teaching approaches, including practical animal management and laboratory sessions, seminars and interactive lectures, workshops and guided discussions, tutorials and academic skills support, independent and group-based project work and work-related and experiential learning, helping you to apply theory to practice and build the skills required for employment or further study.
Assessment methods may include coursework, presentations, practical assessments, examinations and your final-year research project.
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
This course is available in Clearing. If you have submitted an application, you can add this course. If you haven’t sent us an application yet, you can do this until 24th September 2026.
This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.
Loughborough College has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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The following entry points are available for this course:
Successful completion of HNC or HND
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