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Animal and Environment

Help shape the future of our natural world, and the animals in it. We'll prepare you for careers in animal management and behaviour, ecology and conservation, and agriculture and horticulture. With many of our courses, you’ll gain hands-on experience on field trips and placements.

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Agriculture (Regenerative Systems and Livestock)

Undergraduate - BSc (Hons) : CertHE

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
3 years
,
4 years with foundation
,
1 year CertHE
Course features
  • Learn about sustainable farming, livestock management and technology
  • Explore approaches to soil health and the integration of livestock
  • Get hands-on experience on our campus farm
Course details Apply

Agriculture (Regenerative Systems)

Undergraduate - BSc (Hons) : CertHE

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
3 years
,
4 years with foundation
,
1 year CertHE
Course features
  • Learn about sustainable crop production and soil health
  • Explore ways to develop and enhance resilient food systems
  • Get hands-on experience on our campus farm
Course details Apply

Animal Management (Bioveterinary Science)

Undergraduate - BSc (Hons) : CertHE

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
3 years full-time
,
1 year CertHE
Course features
  • Explore the factors that influence animal health and welfare
  • Study microbiology and parasitology, breeding, nutrition, anatomy and physiology, behaviour and more
  • Work with a range of animal species on our rural campus in Writtle
Course details Apply

Animal Management (Livestock Technology)

Undergraduate - BSc (Hons) : CertHE

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
3 years full-time
,
4 years with foundation
,
1 year CertHE
,
1 year Top-Up
Course features
  • Gain a comprehensive understanding of livestock production and farm animal welfare
  • Explore ways to meet demands for food while maintaining farm animal health
  • Work with a range of animal species on our rural campus in Writtle
Course details Apply

Animal Science (Bioveterinary Science)

Undergraduate - BSc (Hons) : CertHE : DipHE

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
3 years
,
4 years with foundation
,
1 year CertHE
,
2 years DipHE
Course features
  • Learn to support animals' health and welfare
  • Build your understanding of animal biology and its implications for health, disease, growth and development
  • Gain practical skills and hands-on laboratory experience
Course details Apply

Animal Science (Livestock Technology)

Undergraduate - BSc (Hons) : CertHE

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
3 years
,
4 years with foundation
,
1 year CertHE
,
1 year Top-Up
Course features
  • Explore animal production, livestock farming and farm animal welfare
  • Consider how we can meet demands for food while maintaining animal health
  • Use specialist facilities including our working farm
Course details Apply

Conservation and Community Engagement

Undergraduate - BSc (Hons)

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
3 years
,
4 years with foundation
Course features
  • Develop your knowledge of habitat and wildlife management
  • Learn how to develop successful conservation projects anywhere in the world
  • Gain the skills to collaborate and engage with local communities
Course details Apply

Sustainable Food Production (Fresh Produce)

Undergraduate - BSc (Hons)

Study in:
Writtle
Available as:
3 years
,
4 years with foundation
Course features
  • Explore the fresh produce sector and sustainable ways to meet demand for food
  • Learn more about food security, provenance and ethical trade
  • Gain experience through collaborative projects and visits
Course details Apply
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