Animal Science (Bioveterinary Science) (Hons) Anglia Ruskin University

Overview

You’ll explore biochemistry, microbiology, anatomy and physiology, health and disease, breeding and reproduction, nutrition, and animal behaviour.

You’ll be taught by subject-specialist staff, and benefit from campus facilities including dedicated canine and equine centres, a small animal unit and a working farm. You'll take part in animal handling practicals involving work with a range of domesticated and captive animal species, as well as laboratory classes.

Throughout your course, there’s the chance to join ‘behind the scenes’ trips and other experiences.

If you have a passion for working with animals, and want to support their health and welfare, the Animal Science (Bioveterinary Science) (Hons) degree offered by Anglia Ruskin University is designed to give you the knowledge and skills to pursue a successful career.

Careers

As an BSc (Hons) Animal Science (Bioveterinary Science) graduate, you'll have a comprehensive scientific understanding of the factors that influence animal health and welfare, combined with the ability to apply that knowledge practically. You'll be well-prepared to make a positive impact on the lives of animals.

Career opportunities exist in a range of animal health roles including:

• disease surveillance

• quarantine officer

• welfare enforcement

• animal health inspector, eg DEFRA

• wildlife conservation and management

• independent wildlife agencies (eg RSPB, Scottish Natural Heritage, Natural England)

• animal production

• animal science education

• animal nutritionist

• pet food manufacturing

• research.