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UndergraduateFoundation Degree in ScienceUCAS: 42DN

Animal Welfare Science

DN Colleges Group
Doncaster, England
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2 yearsDuration
£12,500Per Year (Intl)
£8,190Home Fee
94%Satisfaction

Course Overview

The FdSc Animal Welfare Science at DN Colleges Group is a undergraduate programme designed for students passionate about sustainable food production. Based in Doncaster, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year full-time and part-time structure. The Foundation Degree in Animal Welfare Science focuses on the key components that shape animal welfare across a range of settings and interactions. This hands-on programme blends practical experience, scientific theory, and transferable skills, delivered through engaging, interactive sessions that consolidate knowledge and build confidence. Students graduate with a well-rounded education, equipped for a wide range of roles within the animal sector. Home/uk fees are £8,190 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 94% student satisfaction rating, and a 85% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Animal Welfare Assessment and Standards
Animal Behaviour and Physiology
Wildlife Conservation and Management
Companion Animal Care and Husbandry
Animal Health and Disease Prevention
Research Methods in Animal Science
Ethics and Policy in Animal Welfare
Professional Practice and Career Development
UCAS Code:42DN
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

UCAS Points32

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£12,500

per year

Total Course Cost (2 years)£25,000

Home Student Fee

£8,190

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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UK subject average: £23,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Indicative Data

Salary figures are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH06-01-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

💼 Employment Breakdown

40%Working
20%Studying
10%Seeking Work
Official Data

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Student Satisfaction

Course-level data

National Student Survey (NSS) results — undergraduate final-year students only

Teaching on my course
94%
Learning opportunities
98%
Assessment and feedback
91%
Academic support
94%
Organisation and management
72%
Learning resources
66%
Student voice
85%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
85%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Official Data

Source: This specific course at this provider

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