Overview

The Animal Science MSc degree offered at the Aberystwyth University will enable you to pursue leading careers in a wide range of Animal Science related fields throughout the world. Throughout this course you will be able to use a multidisciplinary approach to explore collaborations with veterinarians, scientists and the industry, learning about the latest scientific advances in the field of animal science. You will encounter many opportunities to develop as a reflective, autonomous researcher, with a wide and expert understanding of both animal biology and its applications, and how to ensure that the demands of production and animal welfare are appropriately balanced.

Careers

Our Animal Science students often progress to careers in:

Scientific research

Scientific publishing

Animal Nutrition

Animal Welfare

Teaching

Animal breeding

Consultancy

Laboratory work

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Animal Breeding and Genetics

Infection and Immunity

Research Methods in the Biosciences

Equine Nutrition

Equine Reproductive Physiology and Breeding Technology

Grassland Science

Livestock Nutrition

Livestock Production Science

Understanding Equine Action: from Anatomy to Behaviour

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00

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More details

Applicants are encouraged to apply for postgraduate study as early as possible

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

93

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PTE Academic

62

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Aberystwyth, United Kingdom

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

Lower Second Class

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

93

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62

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

2:2 Bachelors (Honours) degree, or equivalent, in any discipline. Non-graduates will be considered individually based on relevant work experience and/or professional qualifications.
Applicants are encouraged to submit an up-to-date CV as part of their application.

Tuition Fees

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Non-residents

22410 GBP / year

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Domestic Applies to you

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Citizens or residents

11675 GBP / year

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Living costs

Aberystwyth

United Kingdom

700 - 1300 GBP / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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