Animal Science BSc (Hons)
The University of Nottingham
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 25 graduates of Animal Science BSc (Hons) and other courses in Animal Science at The University of Nottingham for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Animal Science.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
All Animal Science courses of The University of Nottingham
Salary
Salary of Graduates in Animal Science
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Animal Science at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £22000 | £23500 | £27500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20000 - £23500 | £19000 - £27000 | £23000 - £32500 |
All Animal Science courses of The University of Nottingham
Salary of all UK Graduates of Animal Science
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20947 | £17457 | £20082 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18315 - £23977 | £13961 - £21631 | £15919 - £25642 |
All Animal Science courses in the UK
Course Description
Our animal science course focuses on the health and care of managed animals. We cover livestock, companion, zoo, and lab animals.
As you progress through the course you can choose to specialise in different areas:
- Bioveterinary Science - examine the science behind animal health and disease
- Physiology and Biotechnology - study animal structure and function, including stem cell and developmental biology
- Livestock Production - investigate the science of farm animal nutrition, productivity and fertility
- Ecology and Conservation – focus on the science, management and welfare of zoo and captive animals
Teaching is based at Sutton Bonington Campus, which has a 450-hectare farm. You'll gain practical animal handling experience and use our University Farm. The Centre for Dairy Science Innovation is also on-campus. These facilities offer the latest research technologies. This means that you'll learn from academics working on internationally renowned research.
You'll develop your scientific knowledge and use our labs to apply this in practice. Field trips to the University Farm and Twycross Zoo help to put your learning into context through real life examples.
Throughout your degree you can choose from a range of additional options. You can apply to do these when you get here:
- Industry placement - you can add a year in industry between years two and three
- Study abroad - options include Australia, Canada, or Europe
- Computer Science year - use algorithms to analyse complex data and apply this to your course
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
All Animal Science courses of The University of Nottingham
Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
All Animal Science courses of The University of Nottingham
Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Animal Science BSc (Hons) at The University of Nottingham
| 25% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 10% | Artistic, literary and media occupations |
| 10% | Design occupations |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 10% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
| 10% | Information Technology Professionals |
| 10% | Administrative occupations |
| 10% | Skilled trades occupations |
| 10% | Science, engineering and technology associate professionals |
Grading & Study Time
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Animal Science
All Animal Science courses of The University of Nottingham
Qualification requirements
English language requirements
| test | Grade | Additional Details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Minimum 55 in each element. |
| TOEFL (iBT) | 80 | Minimum 17 in Writing and Listening; 18 in Reading and 20 in Speaking. |
| PTE Academic | 65 | Minimum 59 in each element |
Costs
Tuition Fees Animal Science BSc (Hons)
| EU | £28600 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| International | £28600 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
University Rankings
Positions of The University of Nottingham in top UK and global rankings.
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About The University of Nottingham
The University of Nottingham is a government funded research university based in Nottingham, England. Their aim is to become global leaders in education and research, cultivating a culture of curiosity and ambition. The university’s main campus is located approximately half an hour’s bus ride away from Nottingham city centre, which gives students the peace and quiet they need to study while not removing them completely from metropolitan comforts.
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Student composition of The University of Nottingham
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Total number of students enrolled at The University of Nottingham by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 27810
- postgraduates:
- 7620
- Total:
- 35430
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Animal Science”: Academic year - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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