About the course

This highly respected MSc programme will enable you to develop the skills, knowledge and scientific understanding to pursue a career addressing local and global challenges to animal welfare.

　　Our multi-disciplinary programme is delivered by an internationally renowned research-led team, specialising in applied animal behaviour.

　　During this MSc you will:

　　demonstrate a critical understanding of the principal theories, principles and concepts in animal behaviour and animal welfare

　　plan and execute a significant project of research on applied animal behaviour or animal welfare by applying knowledge and a range of specialised techniques

　　critically review, consolidate and synthesise knowledge to address contemporary issues in animal welfare.

　　communicate about animal welfare and animal behaviour, using appropriate methods, to a range of audiences with different levels of knowledge/expertise

　　exercise substantial autonomy and initiative in your own work and make informed judgements, on your own or collectively, on challenging animal welfare issues Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2025	Edinburgh
Semester 1 (September), 2026	Edinburgh

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Edinburgh

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in animal science, biology, psychology, zoology or veterinary science.

　　IELTS Academic: total 7.0 (at least 6.5 in each module)

　　TOEFL-iBT: total 100 (at least 23 in each module).

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

Application deadline:

This date isn’t available – speak to an IDP counsellor to get detailed information.

　　

Further information

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World ranking

　　30th / 1250

　　THE World ranking12th / 130

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