Animal Science and Welfare BSc (Hons)

The course incorporates three core discipline-based themes, which are developed at each level: animal physiology, animal behaviour and biological science ecology and conservation animal welfare and management At our partner institute, East Durham College (Houghall campus), you gain hands-on experience with both native and exotic animals. Understand their physiology, health, behaviour, nutrition, husbandry, and management, and how scientific tools and research can benefit the health and welfare of many animal species. The Houghall campus is set on a stunning 476-acre estate, minutes from Durham city centre. It is a fantastic place to work with animals, with a reptile house, aquatics area, small mammal house and an aviary. There is also a commercial dog grooming studio, 22-bay dog kennel, and a dog agility and walking area. The site is also home to horse riding stables, an arena, and commercial livestock facilities. More details: https://www.tees.ac.uk/undergraduate_courses/animal_sciences/bsc_(hons)_animal_science_and_welfare.cfm