Applied Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation FdSc
Wrexham Glyndwr University
Key Course Facts
Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
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Median salary | £20947 | £17457 | £20082 |
25-75 percentile range | £18315 - £23977 | £13961 - £21631 | £15919 - £25642 |
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Course Description
Why choose this course?
If you’re passionate about animals there’s never been a better time to prepare for your dream career with this course which covers animal behaviour, ethics and welfare. This course is part of a subject area rated 1st in the UK for student satisfaction in the Complete University Guide 2023.
You will:
- *study in a subject area rated 1st in the UK for student satisfaction in the Agriculture & Forestry subject league tables, Complete University Guide 2023
- study zoological science, animal husbandry, animal learning and training, and survey skills for conservation
- take part in work placements to develop practical skills and demonstrate the knowledge and skills they have gained
- have access to a veterinary clinical suite, bespoke training area and Cruft’s standard agility course
- enjoy off-site visits to animal charities, wildlife centres and other industry-related venues
You can also choose to study this course with a foundation year over three years FdSc Applied Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation (three years including foundation year) UCAS code: 85D4
Following the completion of the Foundation course, you may choose to study the top-up degree BSc Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation.
Key course features:
- *Subject area is ranked 1st in the UK for student satisfaction in the Agriculture & Forestry subject league tables, Complete University Guide 2022
- Develop high-level knowledge of animal behaviour, husbandry and training
- Urban and rural study environments - split your study time between the Northop campus set in stunning North Wales countryside and our Wrexham campus, on the edge of the largest town in North East Wales
- Excellent links with industry and opportunities to secure work placements which will enhance your career prospects.
- Gain experience in a range of practical situations from zoo work to training assistance dogs
- Industry-active staff with specialist academic and practical skills, and experience of working with a range of domestic and wild animals
- Top up to a full BSc (Hons) degree in Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation once you’ve completed the foundation degree (further one year of study needed)
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
Our general entry requirement for a foundation degree is 48-72 UCAS tariff points but all applications are considered individually and we consider work experience, vocational training/qualifications as well as motivation and potential to succeed. The programme welcomes applications from anyone who can demonstrate a commitment to the subject and the potential to complete their chosen programme successfully. This can be established by showing appropriate academic achievements or by demonstrating that they possess the knowledge and ability equivalent to the academic qualifications.
Qualification requirements
Wrexham Glyndwr University takes into account a variety of qualifications and experience when considering applications to our programmes. If you are unsure if the qualifications you currently hold will be accepted for entry, or if you're not sure you'll achieve the required UCAS Tariff points, please contact us at [email protected] for further advice and guidance.
Costs
Tuition Fees Applied Animal Behaviour, Welfare and Conservation FdSc
England UK | £9000 | year 1 |
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Northern Ireland | £9000 | year 1 |
Scotland | £9000 | year 1 |
Wales | £9000 | 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
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About Wrexham Glyndwr University
Located in the town of Wrexham, Wales, Wrexham Glyndwr University was founded in 2008, making it one of the youngest universities in the UK. Despite its youth, the university has earned itself a strong reputation nationally in a selection of its subject fields. Apart from the large number of study options on-site, busy or mature students also have the option of signing up for their entirely Online Master’s degrees, or studying on a part-time basis.
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