BSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare Top-Up in Guildford

Cost£8,000.00
Duration1 year
DeliveryClassroom based
Start1 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceFull-time

Who this course is for

This course is also available part time and as a foundation degree. Merist Wood College is highly regarded in the animal industry as the leading animal education establishment in Surrey, with a wide range of animal care courses. There are well-equipped animal management resources including collections of domestic, companion, and exotic animals as well as a grooming parlour and supporting facilities for canine care. The College has wide links with industry and tuition is by highly qualified and experienced tutors who will ensure you gain the best possible grounding in your chosen career. This programme validated by Kingston University is designed for students who have already completed a Foundation Degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare or equivalent qualification. It allows for more in-depth specialist knowledge development and the opportunity for research into a chosen field of study. You will assess animal welfare and behaviour in a range of settings, including farming, zoos, the leisure and entertainment sectors, laboratory and domestic environments. During this course you will benefit from the following: Taught by expert, passionate tutors with industry experience., Extensive grounds which include ancient woodland, species rich grassland and wetland areas. Rich fauna, including protected species of bats and amphibians., Friendly learning environment with small class sizes and excellent student support., Merist Wood College College is highly regarded in the animal industry as the leading animal education establishment in Surrey, Animal Management Centre including facilities such as a desert biome, tropical biome and nocturnal room., Industry experience provides an invaluable opportunity to work in a variety of settings to support your c. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk

Entry requirements

Animal Behaviour Welfare Foundation Degree or HND (or suitable equivalent subject) with a minimum Pass profile. Plus a minimum of Grade C at GCSE for English, maths and science. A minimum IELTS score of 6 /TOEFL equivalent is required for those for whom English is not their first language.. For further information please visit the Actiate Learning Website at https://www.activatelearning.ac.uk