Flexible, distance learning: 18-63 months
Start date: September 2020
Prepare yourself for a research career or postgraduate doctoral study in animal science.
You will enhance your understanding of safe and sustainable livestock production whilst developing as a confident and independent researcher.
This flexible programme, with all 'taught' elements delivered online, allows you to remain at your workplace during your course of study. You can choose to complete the course in just 18 months, or take up to 63 months if your work demands are high.
The programme is designed for people working in the livestock industry or related supply industries (feed and pharmaceutical companies, for example) or in livestock industry, advisory or an extension series and institutions.
You will gain:
- Critical analysis of the challenges and opportunities facing livestock production
- Rigorous training in research methods and statistical analyses commonly used in animal science
- Critical appraisal skills to evaluate research at the interface between animal, microbial and food science
- The ability to plan, manage and conduct an extended independent research project
Entry requirements
What will you study?
How much will it cost?
New UK/EU students: £ per year
New international students: £ per year
Additional Costs
Course fees
£12,300 (for both UK/EU and international students)
These course fees cover the cost of your tuition. Some courses will require additional payments for field trips and extra resources. You will also need to budget for your accommodation and living costs. See our information on living costs for more details.
Financial support for your studies
You may be eligible for a scholarship or bursary to help pay for your study. Students from the UK and other EU countries may also be eligible for a student loan to help cover these costs. See our fees and funding information for more information on what's available.
What career can you have?
This programme prepares you for subsequent doctoral studies in animal science, or for a research career in related industries.
Career positions may include:
- Nutritionists for feed companies
- R&D manager, regulatory manager, technical services manager in companies developing novel products for the livestock supply chain
- Technical sales (feed, pharmaceutical, breeding companies)
- Independent and animal nutritional consultancy