BSc (Hons) Animal Biology
Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive scientific education in the biology of managed domestic animals, including companion, working, and livestock species. You will develop a strong foundation in core principles such as anatomy, physiology, genetics, and nutrition, supported by extensive hands-on experience in our specialist animal handling facilities. The curriculum is designed in collaboration with industry professionals to ensure your learning is at the forefront of the field.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain practical animal handling skills in our modern on-campus Animal Unit, home to over 250 animals from 70 different species, alongside a working farm.
- Study a curriculum developed with academic and industry experts to remain at the cutting edge of animal science.
- Focus on the core biology of managed domestic species, including companion, working, and farm animals.
- Learn at our dedicated Brackenhurst Campus, which offers exceptional resources including a cattle roundhouse and sheep flock.
- Join a program ranked first in the UK for student satisfaction in Animal Science subjects (National Student Survey, 2022).
Course Overview
This course provides a comprehensive scientific education in the biology of managed domestic animals, including companion, working, and livestock species. You will develop a strong foundation in core principles such as anatomy, physiology, genetics, and nutrition, supported by extensive hands-on experience in our specialist animal handling facilities. The curriculum is designed in collaboration with industry professionals to ensure your learning is at the forefront of the field.
Key Program Highlights
- Gain practical animal handling skills in our modern on-campus Animal Unit, home to over 250 animals from 70 different species, alongside a working farm.
- Study a curriculum developed with academic and industry experts to remain at the cutting edge of animal science.
- Focus on the core biology of managed domestic species, including companion, working, and farm animals.
- Learn at our dedicated Brackenhurst Campus, which offers exceptional resources including a cattle roundhouse and sheep flock.
- Join a program ranked first in the UK for student satisfaction in Animal Science subjects (National Student Survey, 2022).
