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Animal Behaviour

The University of Exeter
Information last verified July 2026
Rank #34
Tuition GBP 18,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Botswana, Botswana
Language English

Program Overview

The Animal Behaviour at The University of Exeter is a MSc programme in Psychology over 12 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.

Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of psychology. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.

Graduates of the Animal Behaviour programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.

Key Program Features

  1. Duration: 12 months
  2. Language of instruction: English
  3. Study mode: On-campus
  4. English requirement: IELTS 6.5
  5. Tuition: GBP 18,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
  6. Location: Exeter, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Animal Behaviour programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:

  1. Clinical Psychologist
  2. Organisational Psychologist
  3. Researcher
  4. Counsellor
  5. Human Resources Specialist
  6. Behaviour Analyst

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. PSYM201Advanced Statistics 30
  2. PSYM202Behavioural Science Research Skills 15
  3. PSYM205Advances and Methods in Animal Behaviour 30
  4. PSYM210Research Apprenticeship 90
  5. PSYM213Current Research Issues in Animal Behaviour 15

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

You need the following GPA score:

Required score: Upper Second Class

Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor’s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Upper Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).

Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).

Normally a 2:1 Honours degree or equivalent in Biological Sciences, Psychology, Ecology or a related discipline. If you apply with a different background, e.g. natural and social sciences, or humanities, you should provide evidence for a strong interest in Animal Behaviour, preferably study and/or work experience, and preferably experience with statistical methods.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Tuition Fee

GBP 18,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

Tuition fees: GBP 18,600 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students

IELTS requirement: 6.5

Financial Aid & Scholarships

Contact The University of Exeter directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.

About The University of Exeter

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The University of Exeter

Botswana, Botswana

TheUniversity of Exeteris aresearch universityin theWest CountryofEngland, with its main campus inExeter,Devon. Its predecessor institutions,St Luke's College,Exeter School of Science,Exeter...

University Profile
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months