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Animal Welfare

Saint Mary's College of California
Information last verified July 2026
Degree MSc
Duration 12 months
Delivery On-campus
Location Moraga, United States
Language English

Program Overview

The Animal Welfare at The University of Northampton is a MSc programme in Humanities 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 humanities. 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 Welfare 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. Location: Northampton, United Kingdom

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the Animal Welfare programme are prepared for diverse careers in humanities:

  1. Researcher / Academic
  2. Cultural Programme Manager
  3. Editor / Writer
  4. Translator / Interpreter
  5. Museum Curator
  6. Communications Specialist

Program Curriculum

Course Structure

  1. Animal Cognition and Behaviour
  2. Attitudes to Animals
  3. Research and Analytical Methods
  4. Principles of Animal Welfare
  5. Physiology of Animal Welfare
  6. Animal Welfare in Industry and Law

Admission Requirements

Academic Requirements

Standard entry requirements apply. Applicants will normally hold a recognised first or second class honours degree in an animal related or natural science subject from a UK university or international equivalent. Although, applicants who have studied other related areas such as psychology will be considered. Relevant professional experience will also be taken into consideration.

English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.

Tuition & Financial Information

Detailed tuition information is not available. Please contact the university for the most current tuition and fee information.

Application Deadline

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About Saint Mary's College of California

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Saint Mary's College of California

Moraga, United States

Saint Mary's College of Californiais aprivateCatholic college inMoraga, California, United States. Established in 1863, it is administered by theDe La Salle Brothers. The college offers...

University Profile
  • Start Date Sep, 2026
  • Language English
  • Duration 12 months