BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour & Welfare

The BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour & Welfare experience includes:

• A range of science based modules to give you a thorough grounding in the application of science to the study of behaviour and welfare in a variety of animals.
• Field practicals that observe behaviour and assess welfare of a range of species.
• Different forms of assessment. Everybody learns in different ways, so there is a real variety included. Most involve the practical application of scientific principles and can take the form of oral presentations, production of leaflets, posters as well as assignments and exams.
• Visiting guest lecturers including experts working in a range of positions in the area.
• Complementary studies including first aid, risk assessment, riding, health and safety courses and computer training – all highly valued by employers.
• A graduate development programme which assists in developing your academic and transferable skills.

You have choices!
Students can tailor the course to individual needs and areas of interest through specific core modules and a variety of optional modules

• Core modules have been chosen to provide a ‘backbone’ to the course. Through consultation with expert staff, previous and current students and employers, fundamental subjects such as Animal Behaviour, Anatomy & Physiology, Animal Welfare Assessment and Ethics & Welfare feature on this programme.
• A number of optional modules allow you to choose subject areas which you are interested in and may influence your chosen career path, such as Companion Animal Behaviour and Training, Farm Animal Behaviour & Animal Psychology.
• Selection of optional modules is carried out at the beginning of each year and can be changed within the first three weeks of each semester (2 semesters per academic year). This gives each student the chance to attend the first few lectures of each module before making a final decision.

Planning for your future

The BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Welfare allows you to either enter the work place or continue in education. Employment opportunities are wide and varied and include Welfare Charaties and Government orgaisations. Students can also progress on to Masters and PhDs in order to specialise in a specific area.

Top hints:
Utilise on site facilities:

• This can include the Animal Care Centre, Equine Veterinary and Therapy Centre, Home Farm Stud, the Equestrian Centre and Hartpury College Farm

Get involved:

• Join an existing club or society or set up your own.

Look to the future:

• Start thinking about where you want to be in 5 years time – you can then choose appropriate modules, work experience andcomplementary studies such as first aid, computer courses and health and safety qualifications.

Make use of tutors:

• Each year group has a tutor assigned who is there to support you as an individual and as a group. If you have any problems regarding the programme they are available to help you.
• Each module has a subject specialist tutor. Utilise their support if you are unsure of a topic covered in a lecture or wish to discuss assignments or exams.

‘Start here, go anywhere’:

If you put a lot into being at Hartpury College, a UWE student and being a member of the BSc Animal Behaviour & Welfare Programme you can leave here with more than just an academic qualification. Students should graduate with a full CV including marks representing their ability and application, excellent references from work experience gained, a list of ‘extra’ skills gained and fond memories!

What should you do now:

• Return completed accommodation forms.
• Read the joining instructions carefully.
• Think about what career you would like to follow so that you can optimise your module choices when you arrive.
• Remember, if you have any queries there are plenty of people here to help and support you.

We want you to make the most of your time at Hartpury College, to work hard and to play hard. You have a wonderful opportunity to explore new ideas in a supportive atmosphere, time to think, read and explore what most interests you, and make lots of new friends.