This course produces graduates at the cutting edge of their profession and emphasises current thinking and novel developments in animal behaviour and welfare. These topics have been interwoven throughout all modules to form the core focus though this course remains broad based. A key feature of the course is the emphasis on practical opportunities for work-based learning, which takes advantage of the college's close links to the industry and its excellent Animal Care Centre where practical work can be undertaken. There will also be external visits and guest speakers.