Scotland's Rural College (SRUC)

What you'll study

Students receive a comprehensive grounding in animal biology and animal management before progressing to specialist topics. Key areas of study include animal behaviour, animal welfare science and methods for welfare assessment, human–animal interactions, and ethical issues around the use of animals. The programme emphasises contemporary scientific principles applied to real-world welfare concerns.

Entry requirements

Specific entry criteria are published by SRUC on the course pages; the programme is open for applications through Clearing and the course team can be contacted to discuss making an application. International student information and details about studying in Scotland are available from SRUC.

Career prospects

Graduates are prepared for careers that require expertise in understanding and assessing animal welfare across sectors such as farming, companion animal care, laboratory settings and wildlife management. The degree equips students with the knowledge and practical skills to contribute to policy, research, inspection, advisory or management roles where scientific assessment of animal welfare is required.

Scholarships & funding angle

Information on fees, funding and scholarships is provided by SRUC; prospective students should consult the course fees and funding pages and explore institution-level support, external scholarships and guidance on studying in Scotland. Contact SRUC's admissions or funding teams for personalised advice.