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PostgraduateMSc

Animal Welfare Science, Ethics and Law

University of Glasgow
Glasgow, Scotland
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1 yearDuration
£11,367Per Year (Intl)
£4,500Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

The MSc Animal Welfare Science, Ethics and Law at University of Glasgow is a postgraduate programme designed for postgraduate students passionate about sustainable food production. Based in Glasgow, Scotland, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time structure. Animal welfare science and ethics is an expanding topic of international concern. It aims to improve our knowledge and understanding of animals’ needs, which is required to provide a high standard of care to the whole range of animals kept in captivity. WHY THIS PROGRAMME Taught by research-active staff using the latest approaches in understanding and responding to animal welfare-related issues, legislation related to use of animals, and both theoretical and applied ethics. International tuition fees are £11,367 per year, home/UK fees are £4,500 per year, and a minimum IELTS score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with a 99% continuation rate, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

WHY THIS PROGRAMME
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PROGRAMME STRUCTURE
Core courses
Term 2: Optional courses
Core MSc component
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirements It is designed for flexibility, to enable you to customise a portfolio of courses suited to your particular interests.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666
PTE Academic65

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

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£11,367

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£11,367

Home Student Fee

£4,500

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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💼 Employment Breakdown

55%Working
30%Studying
15%Work & Study
25%Professional Jobs
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About University of Glasgow

University of Glasgow offers Animal Welfare Science, Ethics and Law as part of its comprehensive programme offerings.

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