Drawing expertise from across a wide range of animal categories the course will extend your understanding and analysis of the scientific background underpinning the study of animals. The course lecturers have all published widely and their research interests include farm animal behaviour physiology and welfare the welfare of exotic animals ruminant nutrition and behavioural neurobiology. The programme is divided into three stages to complete the Master's level qualification you must complete six modules as well as an independent research thesis. Interim qualifications are available for those who do not wish to complete a Master's programme. Those who complete 60 credits are able to gain a PgCert award and those who gain 120 credits gain a PgDip qualification. Tuition fees for part-time Home EU students in 2016-17 are £670 per 20 credits. If you would like to discuss payment options that are available please contact our Finance Office: +44 (0)1604 491131 This course can be completed in two and a half or up to five years part-time. Part-time students will normally attend one day per week but this is flexible. The modules covered in this programme are: - Principles of Animal Welfare (20 credits) Provides a bridge for those students who have not previously studied animal welfare. The concepts of animal welfare and the cause of changes in animal welfare status will be covered as well as the role of economics in the field. - Attitudes to Animals (20 credits) Develops an appreciation of current and historical attitudes towards animals and how these impact on animal welfare and on society. - Physiology of Animal Welfare (20 credits) Investigates the structure and function of animal brains and the link between brain physiology and behaviour patterns. Explores in depth the role of physiological control systems in the stress response. - Animal Behaviour & Cognition (20 credits) Promotes understanding of the cognitive abilities of animals and assesses the conseq
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Title: MSc Animal Welfare Qualification: MSc Animal Welfare Classification: Science and Mathematics