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  Applied Ethology and Animal Biology


Linköping University    Graduate School

Full time August MSc Two years
Biological Sciences (4) Veterinary Sciences (35)

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Welcome to the Applied Ethology and Animal Biology programme! This exciting course focuses on animal behaviour and biology from a practical standpoint, including the challenges of caring for animals in captivity. With the collaboration of Kolma°rden Wildlife Park, one of Sweden's most prestigious zoos, you'll have the chance to learn from experienced zoo staff and gain hands-on knowledge. From understanding the biology of stress and its impact on animal welfare to exploring the effects of domestication on behaviour, this programme covers a wide range of fascinating topics. With a solid foundation in theory and methods, you'll also have the opportunity to undertake practical projects and a one-year degree project. To join this programme, you'll need a Bachelor's degree in biology and a good understanding of physiology. Don't miss this unique opportunity to delve into the world of applied ethology and animal biology!

About the course

For good animal welfare and husbandry, an understanding of animal behaviour and biology from an applied perspective is important. If you are interested in the well-being of animals and want to preserve biodiversity, this programme is for you.

The programme is conducted in collaboration with Kolmården Wildlife Park, the largest and most renowned zoo in Scandinavia. Several teaching sessions are held at the zoo, where you acquire first-hand knowledge from experienced staff. You will gain in-depth understanding of the biology of stress and its role in animal welfare, the effects of domestication on animal behaviour, the physiology of behaviour, problems associated with keeping animals in captivity, and conservation biology.

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Entry Requirements

A bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish Kandidatexamen with a major in the field of biology.
5 ECTS credits in the field of physiology
- English corresponding to the level of English in Swedish upper secondary education (English 6/B). This is normally attested by means of an internationally recognised test.


Fees

Citizens from within the EU/EEA and Switzerland: No tuition fees. All others:280,600 SEK (approx. 25,500 USD/ 24,200 Euro)

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Scholarships

Free of charge for EU-citizens

Value of Scholarship(s)

Free of charge for EU-citizens

Eligibility

Free of charge for EU-citizens

Application Procedure

Free of charge for EU-citizens


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LiU International Scholarships are aimed at supporting international students with significant academic potential from countries outside the European Union/European Economic Area (and Switzerland) who are required to pay tuition fees. We offer a limited number of LiU International Scholarships to new students. The tuition fees for a student awarded a LiU International Scholarship are reduced by 25, 50, 75 or 100%.

Value of Scholarship(s)

25-75% tuition fee waiver

Eligibility

Students who have applied for a master’s programme at Linköping University on time (15 January , AND
- have chosen a master’s programme at Linköping University as their first priority
(ranked as number 1 of 4) AND
- have been admitted to their first choice in the First Notification of Selection Results
(6 April 2018), AND
- are required to pay tuition fees.

Application Procedure

Admitted students will be invited to apply in early April.


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