Animal Science

Animal science enables you to really understand how animals function and how humans interact with them for food production, companionship, leisure and conservation.

There is a focus on physiology, nutrition, health and welfare, as well as other scientific disciplines that underpin the management of captive and domesticated animals in a range of environments.

With a practical approach that considers the whole animal, you'll learn how to apply this knowledge to issues relating to livestock production, bio-ethics and sustainable food production. You will also learn about animal behaviour and welfare. We are proud of our 100% overall satisfaction rating in the National Student Survey, 2018.

Our courses in animal science are excellent preparation for any animal-based career, whether working in industry, research, education or the veterinary sector. You could work in animal nutrition, advisory services, consultancy in the agricultural and or companion animal industries or the charitable sector.

Courses

BSc Animal Science D320

Full Time: 3 Years
BSc Animal Science with Foundation D321

Full Time: 4 Years
BSc Animal Science with Placement Year D300

Full Time: 4 Years

One-year option

In addition to the courses listed, a one-year BSc Animal Science course is available for suitably qualified students reading veterinary medicine who wish to take an intercalated degree. The course is spread over the autumn, spring and summer terms and comprises a range of various modules and a research project.