This programme focuses on understanding and improving the well-being of animals, combining science, ethics, behaviour, and management practices.

 

Why Study This Course?

• Massey is a global leader in animal welfare science
• Strong emphasis on:
  • Animal behaviour
  • Ethics and welfare standards
• Hands-on experience with:
  • Farm animals
  • Companion animals
• Increasing global demand for animal welfare professionals
• Opportunities in policy, research, and animal care industries

 

Subjects / Programme Structure

Year 1 (Foundations):

• Animal Biology
• Introduction to Animal Science
• Agriculture Systems
• Basic Chemistry

Year 2 (Intermediate):

• Animal Behaviour
• Animal Welfare Science
• Physiology
• Nutrition Basics

Year 3 (Specialisation):

• Advanced Animal Welfare
• Animal Ethics & Policy
• Welfare Assessment Techniques
• Human–Animal Interactions

 

Disciplines / Specialisations

• Animal Welfare (major focus)

Related areas:

• Animal Behaviour
• Animal Health
• Ethics & Policy

 

Career Outcomes

Graduates can work as:

• Animal Welfare Officer
• Animal Behaviour Specialist
• Animal Care Manager
• Welfare Policy Advisor
• NGO / Animal Protection Worker

Employment sectors:

• Animal welfare organisations
• Government agencies
• Zoos & animal care centres
• Research institutions

 

Highlights

• Unique and specialised animal welfare degree
• Strong ethical and scientific focus
• Hands-on experience with animals
• High global demand
• Pathway to postgraduate study

 

Latest Updates / Special Notes

• Increasing importance of:
  • Animal welfare laws and policies
  • Ethical farming practices
• Growth in careers related to:
  • Animal rights and protection
• Integration of behavioural science & welfare assessment tools

 

Special Requirements

• Practical handling of animals required
• Field visits and lab work compulsory
• Compliance with animal safety and ethics guidelines

 

Final Expert Summary

This programme is ideal for students passionate about animal care, behaviour, and ethics.

• Unique specialisation in animal welfare
• Strong practical + scientific learning
• Growing global career opportunities
• Pathway to research and policy roles