Overview

The Animal Science (Hons) degree from Anglia Ruskin University combines both pure and applied sciences in the study of animals, while also incorporating practical animal management skills.

You’ll develop a sound understanding of scientific principles and practical competence with a range of animal species. You’ll also gain invaluable communication skills.

You'll take part in animal handling practicals involving work with a range of domesticated and captive animal species, as well as laboratory classes.

Careers

As BSc (Hons) Animal Science graduate, you could consider careers in the following roles.

Animal nutritionist and pet food manufacturing

Nutrition company sales rep

Veterinary pharmaceutical and equipment supplies

Animal Welfare Officer

Companion and zoo animal keepers ( RSPCA, SSPCA, rescue centres, zoos and safari parks)

Progression to vet school

Quarantine officer

Animal health inspector, eg DEFRA

Independent wildlife agencies (RSPB, Scottish Natural Heritage, Natural England).

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Research Methods

Commercial and Professional Skills for Animal Science

Behaviour

Nutritional Biochemistry

Animal Health Science

Reproduction and Development

Livestock Production Systems

Livestock from Farm to Fork

Management of Zoo Animal Collections

Wildlife Conservation Skills

Professional Practice and Legislation

Applied Behaviour and Training

Veterinary Microbiology and Parasitology

Veterinary Immunology

Animal Rescue, Rehabilitation and Rehoming

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 36 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-21 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-14 00:00:00

Language

English

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

60

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IELTS

6

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Credits

360 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Chelmsford, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

Duolingo English Test

110

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TOEFL^® IBT

80

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60

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

GCE A levels from a recognised UK examination board.

An International Baccalaureate with a minimum of 24 points.

A university foundation course recognised by Anglia Ruskin University.

Relevant qualifications obtained in your home country

96 UCAS Tariff points. We accept A Levels, T Levels, BTECs, OCR, Access to HE and most other qualifications within the UCAS Tariff.

4 GCSEs at grade C, or grade 4, or above, including English, Maths and Science.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

17500 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

9790 GBP / year

≈ 9790 GBP / year

Living costs

Chelmsford

United Kingdom

660 - 1140 GBP / month

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General requirements

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Living costs

Chelmsford

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