Animal and Human Interaction

Overview

Why study Animal and Human Interaction at Lithuanian University of Health Sciences?

• Lithuanian University of Health Sciences is the only university in the country that offers highly qualified university education for animal and human interaction specialists;

• Practice in well-developed agricultural companies using advanced technologies (Kika Group, Mars, Incorporated, the Lithuanian Sea Museum and Dolphinarium, Zoo);

• Established partnerships with relevant organisations also offer research projects to students, within the Making the Most of Masters framework;

• Learn about the importance of both human and animal behavior in shaping human animal interaction, and the associated ethical issues, as well as learning to critically evaluate methods for measuring attitudes, interactions and their outcomes;

• Possibility to study abroad by participating in the Erasmus+ exchange programme;

• Advanced lectures from business and academic partners as guest teachers in the programme;

• Support system for students’ adaptation: mentoring, tutoring and psychological counselling.

After graduation you can:

• Work in centers of hippotherapy and canine therapy;

• Work in Animal shelters;

• Work at the State Border Guard Service;

• Work in the field of Animal welfare;

• Participate in Animal-assisted activities;

• Own business, horse breeding companies, dog breeding companies;

• Consult companies, public services in regional municipalities, insurance companies;

• Continue PhD studies as a researcher.