Learn with expert researchers how the dynamic field of animal behaviour integrates with wider biology and is applied to practical decision-making.
Course overview
From newts to bats, gorillas to cats, there is always more to learn about the mechanisms underlying behaviour. On this course you will get to grips with cutting-edge techniques used by top scientists to uncover the secrets of the natural world.
Why study this course with us?
You will explore how our most recent findings can be applied to solve real-world problems, such as in enhancing captive animal management or mitigating the effects of climate change. You will gain an understanding of key ethical dilemmas in the field, can improve your research skills, and explore a topic of interest to you in a personal dissertation project.
At Chester you will learn directly from leaders in the field of animal behavioural research. Regular research seminars and approachable, supportive staff make our department a friendly, welcoming community to students from a range of backgrounds. From hormone assays to genetic analysis, we have the facilities you will need to develop key laboratory skills. Chester is well placed to enable you to hone your field-based skills: nature reserves, zoos and national parks are easily accessible.
Assessment
Assessment methods are varied and are targeted towards future employment. These could include poster presentations, grant applications, oral presentations, synthetic reviews, or laboratory reports.
Careers and Employability
Student Futures aims to deliver a service which is inclusive, impartial, welcoming, informed and tailored to your personal goals and aspirations, to enable you to develop as an individual and contribute to the business and community in which you will live and work.
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
Expected October 2025
Parkgate Road Campus
Parkgate Road,
Chester,
Cheshire,
CH1 4BJ, England
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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