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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: C866

Canine and Feline Behaviour and Welfare (top-up)

University Centre Askham Bryan
York, England
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1 yearDuration
£14,500Per Year (Intl)
£9,525Home Fee
96%Satisfaction

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in agriculture and food science with the BSc (Hons) Canine and Feline Behaviour and Welfare (top-up) at University Centre Askham Bryan. Based in York, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. Unleash your potential with the BSc (Hons) Canine and Feline Behaviour and Welfare (top-up) programme, a tailor-made course designed for those passionate about making a difference in the lives of dogs and cats. This innovative programme aims to provide you with the knowledge and skills needed to carve out a successful career in the realm of clinical animal behaviour, welfare or training. At the heart of this course lies a commitment to the highest ethical, legal, and professional standards, ensuring that you're not just prepared for the job market but also poised to lead with integrity and ... International tuition fees are £14,500 per year, home/UK fees are £9,525 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 78% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Canine Behaviour and Psychology
Feline Behaviour and Physiology
Clinical Behaviour Problem Management
Animal Welfare and Ethics
Animal Training and Modification Techniques
Business Management for Animal Professionals
Research Methods in Animal Behaviour
Professional Practice and Legislation
UCAS Code:C866
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.55.55.5

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£14,500

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£14,500

Home Student Fee

£9,525

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

Based on official LEO data (HMRC tax records)

💰 Graduate Salaries — University Centre Askham Bryan

Time After GraduationLower Quartile SalaryMedian SalaryUpper Quartile Salary
3 years£12,500£18,500£22,500
5 years£18,500£24,000£26,500

UK subject average: £24,000 — sector benchmark across all UK universities

Graduate Salary vs UK Subject Average

This course
UK average
Salary 3 years after graduation▼ 23% below UK average salary
This course
£18,500
UK average
£24,000
Salary 5 years after graduation≈ Close to UK average salary
This course
£24,000
UK average
£24,000

Salary trend: ↑ up £5,500 from year 3 to year 5

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

66%Working
12%Studying
12%Work & Study
3%Seeking Work
31%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes 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.

Student Satisfaction

Subject-level average

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

Teaching on my course
96%
Learning opportunities
92%
Assessment and feedback
88%
Academic support
92%
Organisation and management
71%
Learning resources
81%
Student voice
81%
Continuation rate% students continuing to year 2
75%

National Student Survey via Discover Uni.

Estimated Data

Source: Subject-level average for this provider

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£750scholarship value
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£750scholarship value
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£500scholarship value
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About University Centre Askham Bryan

University Centre Askham Bryan offers Canine and Feline Behaviour and Welfare (top-up) as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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