Bachelor of Science (Honours) - Animal Biology

On this course, students will explore the fascinating animal kingdom and the scientific principles that underpin this important and wide-ranging subject area. The course will give students a sound knowledge and understanding of animal biology. Lectures will cover major scientific principles, including anatomy and physiology, behaviour, genetics, ecology, and nutrition. The course focuses on the study of companion and livestock species. Core scientific study is supported by practical animal handling in Nottingham Trent University's specialist unit. Based at the Brackenhurst Campus, students will have access to Nottingham Trent University's modern on-campus Animal Unit which houses over 250 animals from 70 different species. Students will also benefit from the working farm, including a herd of Lincoln Red cattle, a specialist cattle roundhouse and a flock of sheep.

Lectures will cover major scientific principles, including: • anatomy and physiology

• behaviour • genetics • ecology • nutrition

Students will apply these principles in a range of contexts and focus on the key aspects of animal welfare, breeding and management. The course focuses on the study of companion and livestock species, and their housing, management and nutrition.