BScAnimal Biology

Study location	United Kingdom, Brackenhurst campus
Type	Bachelor courses, full-time
Nominal duration	3 years
Study language	English
Awards	BSc
Course code	C301

Entry qualification	High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original.

Language requirements	English Accepted proof of proficiency: Cambridge English, IELTS, TOEFL or other equivalent IELTS: 6.0; CAE (Cambridge English Advanced): 169 points or above

Other requirements	At least 1 reference(s) should be provided. A motivation letter must be added to your application.

More information	ntu.ac.uk/..nces/ug/2017-18/animal-biology

Overview

Interested? To learn more about this study programme, entry requirements and application process, please contact one of our consultants in a country nearest to you.

Programme structure

What Will I Study?
Year One

Anatomy and Physiology
Animal Management
Animal Welfare and Behaviour
Ecology and Biodiversity
Principles of Animal Science
Year Two

Animal Health and Disease
Animal Reproduction and Breeding
Biological Basis of Behaviour
Contemporary Issues in Animal Science
Research Skills
Nutritional Biochemistry
Year Three

Adaptive Physiology
Anthrozoology
Applied Animal Nutrition
Dissertation
Animal Genetics
How Will I Learn
You will learn from a combination of seminars, practicals and project work. You will have 13 hours of scheduled contact time per week, of which approximately two and a half hours will be practical work.

Your assessment will be based on coursework and formal examinations. During your studies you will also be encouraged and supported to gain important experience at welfare organisations and government departments throughout the course.

How Will I Be Assessed?
You will be assessed using a variety of methods including the following:

Coursework = 67%

Assignments – 17%
Portfolio – 50%
Exams = 33%

Career opportunities

Your Future Career
This course will give you the skills and knowledge you need to pursue a career in a variety of roles, such as:

Animal Health Officer
Animal Trainer and Presenter
Biochemistry Technician
Laboratory Technician
Medical Secretary
Pet Behaviour Therapist
Reptile House Manager
Toxicologist
Tropical Fish Consultant
Unit Pet Care Officer
Veterinary Care Assistant
Wildlife Conservation Advisor.
Following successful completion of the course you could work for companies and organisations such as:

Abbey Veterinary Group
Barton Equestrian Centre
Boots
Brooksby College
Department of Conservation for New Zealand
Huntingdon Animal Research
Natural England
PDSA
Royal Zoological Society of Scotland
RSPCA.