| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-08 | - |
Program Overview
This program prepares students for careers in animal welfare, offering hands-on experience with various animals on campus. Students benefit from partnerships with organizations such as Colchester Zoo and the Zoological Society of London, providing opportunities for research projects and career exploration. Potential career paths include animal health inspector, wildlife agency roles, and positions in animal welfare charities and organizations specializing in animal nutrition and pharmaceuticals.
Program Outline
Careers:
- Senior positions in Government services, such as DEFRA quarantine officers
- Animal health inspector
- Companies specializing in farm animal nutrition and pet food manufacturing, breeding and reproduction, veterinary medicines and pharmaceuticals
- Animal welfare charities
- Zoos, animal rescue centers and safari parks
- Independent wildlife agencies such as RSPB, Scottish Natural Heritage, Natural England, and the Countryside Council for Wales.
Other:
- Students will have access to livestock, exotic and companion animals on campus.
- Students will benefit from relationships with Colchester Zoo, Essex Wildlife Trust, the Zoological Society of London (including both London and Whipsnade Zoos), and the Universities Federation for Animal Welfare.
- There may be opportunities to undertake dissertation research projects in the zoos.
- Tuition fees for UK students (2024/25): £8,996 (per year)
- Tuition fees for international students (2024/25): £15,900 (per year)
Overview:
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a global university with students from 185 countries. It is known for its innovative and entrepreneurial approach to education and research. ARU has been recognized as the Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023 and has received a Gold award for the quality of its education in the Teaching Excellence Framework.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The context mentions that ARU is committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for students, staff, and communities. It also highlights the university's focus on providing outstanding facilities and opportunities for student growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Ambition:
ARU is academically ambitious for its students and strives to provide high-quality education.Excellence:
ARU is ranked in the top 15% of universities in the UK for graduate employment and has been recognized for its excellence in education, social work, and sports science.Collaboration:
ARU fosters collaboration between students, businesses, and partners, and its courses are recognized by industry and professionally accredited.Impact:
ARU conducts impactful research that addresses pressing issues and makes a difference in the community.Enterprise:
ARU encourages entrepreneurship and provides mentorship, support, and start-up funding through the Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy.Enthusiasm:
ARU's can-do attitude and infectious enthusiasm set it apart from other universities.Academic Programs:
The context mentions that ARU offers a wide range of courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate research, college courses, apprenticeships, short courses, and distance learning programs. It also highlights the university's commitment to providing career-ready graduates.
Other:
The context mentions that ARU has campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, and Writtle. It also highlights the university's commitment to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Entry Requirements:
- A first degree, with honours, in a related science subject such as animal science, agriculture, biological sciences, zoology, veterinary or bioveterinary science or other appropriate life-science degree and at a minimum final classification of lower second (2:2) or equivalent.
- Applicants with a first honours degree in another discipline but with significant work experience will also be considered.
