Applied Animal Behaviour & Animal Welfare
The University of EdinburghProgram Overview
The Applied Animal Behaviour & Animal Welfare at The University of Edinburgh 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 Applied Animal Behaviour & 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
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 15,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Edinburgh, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Applied Animal Behaviour & Animal Welfare programme are prepared for diverse careers in psychology:
- Clinical Psychologist
- Organisational Psychologist
- Researcher
- Counsellor
- Human Resources Specialist
- Behaviour Analyst
Program Curriculum
Detailed curriculum information is not available. Please check the university website or contact them directly for the most up-to-date course information.
Visit Program WebsiteAdmission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A good university honours degree or equivalent in Animal Science, Biology, Psychology, Zoology or Veterinary Science.
English Language Requirements
- IELTS 6.5 (with 6.0 in each section)
- TOEFL 580 (with 55 in each section and 4.0 in TWE)
- TOEFL 237 in CBT (with 21 in each section)
- TOEFL-iBT 92 (with at least 20 in each section)
- CPE Grade B or higher
- CAE Grade A
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 15,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 15,800 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 7,000 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact The University of Edinburgh 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 Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh
Edinburgh, United Kingdom
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University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Sep, 2026
- Language English
- Duration 12 months
