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  Applied Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare MSc

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This was the first animal welfare MSc offered in the UK, established in 1990. The programme was initiated by Professor David Wood-Gush, one of the first scientists to investigate the effects of factory farming on animals.  

Today, the MSc has an international reputation and the support of well-known animal welfare organisations in the UK and Europe, including: 

The programme content provides you with a thorough overview of the current key issues in animal behaviour and welfare. 

You will gain an understanding of animal welfare issues in a broad range of contexts through practical visits to zoos, labs, abattoirs, markets and farms. 

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Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies at the University of Edinburgh is an internationally-recognised institution providing veterinary education, research, and clinical practice. With a strong commitment to innovative teaching methods and combining multiple subjects or disciplines to approach topics from different perspectives, we provide an exceptional learning experience for our students. Our online postgraduate programmes offer opportunities to advance your knowledge and skills in veterinary medicine, and aligned subjects, with the flexibility to study from anywhere in the world.

Why study at Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies?

Benefit from innovative teaching methods and expertise in animal science

Tailor your degree with the choice of elective courses from complementing subjects

Enhance your career prospects with internationally-recognised programmes

Study flexibly online to balance with work or other commitments

Join a global community of students and academics

1100

postgraduate students

17

courses

6th

for Veterinary Science (QS World University Rankings by subject 2026)

Edinburgh  United Kingdom

main campus

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About Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies

The Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies is a centre for collaboration in clinical activity, teaching and research, bringing together experts from a range of disciplines to advance our understanding of veterinary medicine. With a strong focus on combining multiple subjects or disciplines to approach topics from different perspectives, we provide a learning environment that fosters our students' skills and knowledge development.

As a student at the Royal (Dick) School of Veterinary Studies, you'll be part of a dynamic and global community. Our online postgraduate programmes are designed to be flexible and interactive, with opportunities to engage with fellow students and academics from around the world. Through online discussion forums, live seminars, and group projects, you'll have the opportunity to share ideas, learn from one another, and build a global network of peers and contacts, all with the support and guidance of experienced academic staff.

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