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Animal Behaviour at University of Chester - UCAS

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University of Chester has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

Open days

16Nov
University of Chester Open Day
Undergraduate

Course summary

Our Animal Behaviour degree takes you on an exciting journey into the biology, care, conservation and welfare of animals. You’ll explore why animals behave the way they do in both wild and captive settings, combining a strong foundation in biological sciences with a scientific approach to studying animal thoughts and actions. Throughout the course, you’ll gain practical field and laboratory skills, enabling you to turn your passion for animals into a fulfilling career. Accredited by the Royal Society of Biology (RSB), this degree has been independently assessed to ensure it provides a deep understanding of the subject and the practical experience necessary for employment in the biosciences. Why Study Animal Behaviour? Animal behaviour is crucial to understanding ecosystems, evolutionary biology, conservation and improving animal welfare. Our degree offers exposure to a wide range of species, including mammals, birds, amphibians and invertebrates. (Did you know cockroaches have personalities?!) This diverse approach will give you the chance to focus on the animals and topics that fascinate you most. With the guidance of our passionate staff and their extensive research expertise, you’ll gain the skills and knowledge you need to make a real difference in the field of animal behaviour.

Modules

For the latest example of curriculum availability on this degree programme please refer to the University of Chester's Website.

Assessment method

There will be a broad range of assessment methods so that you are exposed to the different types of task you might encounter in the workplace. These will include coursework in the form of field journal, case studies, written pieces (both long and short form) and presentations. In some modules, you will encounter class tests, practical assessments and end-of-module assessments. We continuously review the assessment methods used so that they adequately prepare you for graduate level employment.

Professional bodies

Professionally accredited courses provide industry-wide recognition of the quality of your qualification.

  • Royal Society of Biology

How to apply

29Jan

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.

Application codes

Course code:
D326
Institution code:
C55
Campus name:
Chester
Campus code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

The University of Chester considers a wide range of Level 3 qualifications and a wide range of professional / vocational qualifications.

Student Outcomes

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70%
Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
95%
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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

EU £9250 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .

Additional fee information

The University may increase these fees at the start of each subsequent year of your course in line with inflation at that time, as measured by the Retail Price Index. These fee levels and increases are subject to any necessary government, and other regulatory, approvals.
Animal Behaviour at University of Chester - UCAS