Animal Behaviour and Psychology BSc at Anglia Ruskin University
Course overview
This diverse degree course combines elements of BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour, which deals with how and why animals behave as they do, with the study of psychology, which deals with the complex issues surrounding human behaviour.
Animal behaviour is one of the most dynamic areas of contemporary scientific research. Anglia Ruskin University’s role as a leader in this field means you will be studying this subject in a vibrant learning environment and will be taught by leading researchers. The link with psychology lies in the premise that certain aspects of human behaviour can be understood in similar terms.
The main aims of this degree are:
to provide you with a broad knowledge base that includes the social and ethical implications of Animal Behaviour and Psychology to equip you with the analytical and scientific skills necessary to test new ideas and critically review results.
This course provides insights into many areas of particular relevance to today’s world, such as wildlife conservation, how animals adapt to changing conditions, and how human psychology is affected by modern life.
When you graduate you will be able to:
analyse scientific data and evaluate reports in different disciplines
combine insights from both psychology and animal behaviour to throw light onto contemporary issues
undertake field investigations of living systems in a responsible, safe and ethical manner.
This course allows you to combine the study of two disciplines which, although very different, will often illuminate each other. Being both practical and academic, this course will also prepare you for a career in a range of fields.
Module Guide
Year one core modules
Animal Behaviour in Context
Core Biology
Introduction to Animal Behaviour & Welfare
Social and Developmental Psychology
Fundamentals of Cognitive Psychology
Key Skills for Psychology
Year two core modules
Practical Biology
Preparation for Research
Research Techniques for Psychology
Concepts in Animal Behaviour
Year three core modules
Advanced Topics in Behavioural Ecology
Behavioural Ecology
Plus, if taking Animal Behaviour Major Project:
Animal Behaviour Major Project
or, if taking Psychology Major Project:
Professional and Historical Issues
Psychology Major Project
Associated careers
The Animal Behaviour pathway is designed to provide you with the specialised skills required to work as a professional in the discipline of Animal Behaviour. The pathway provides excellent general training as a scientist, enabling you to work in the field or in the laboratory for a wide range of organisations. Potential employers include: government agencies, environmental consultancies, wildlife conservation organisations, educational and research establishments. The course may also lead on to further postgraduate study and a research career
Assessment
This course uses a wide range of methods of assessment including essays, practical reports, computer based assessments, presentations, debates, steeplechase tests, reviews of scientific papers and examinations. The weighting of different assessment methods varies between modules and levels of study.
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