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UndergraduateBachelor of Science (with Honours)UCAS: 4M13

Applied Animal Science (Top-up)

University Centre South Devon
Paignton, England
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1 yearDuration
£13,500Per Year (Intl)
£9,000Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Offered by University Centre South Devon, the BSc (Hons) Applied Animal Science (Top-up) provides a comprehensive undergraduate education in agriculture and food science. Based in Paignton, England, this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 1-year full-time structure. This course is a top-up to convert the FdSc Animal Science degree (or a Foundation Degree in a similar subject area such as animal management, welfare or conservation) into a full Honours Degree. Your studies will encompass a dedicated research project in an area of animal or land-based science that interests you. The course explores a broad range of topics to provide you with an in-depth knowledge of current issues in animal science, such as sustainable food production, conservation, bioethics and behavioural ecology. Home/uk fees are £9,000 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 98% student satisfaction rating, and a 90% continuation rate.

What You'll Learn

Applied Animal Behaviour and Ecology
Sustainable Livestock Production Systems
Animal Welfare and Bioethics
Conservation Biology and Management
Research Methods in Animal Science
Advanced Animal Nutrition and Health
Leadership and Professional Practice in Animal Science
Honours Research Project
UCAS Code:4M13
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

£13,500

per year

Total Course Cost (1 years)£13,500

Home Student Fee

£9,000

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

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

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