.This course includes an integrated foundation year.
On the Animal Science degree at Aberystwyth University, you will study the applied science relating to domesticated animals, including farm animals, horses and companion animals. As the home of the only Veterinary School in Wales (Aberystwyth School of Veterinary Science), we have excellent facilities to support your studies, including commercially run university farms, an equine teaching centre, and a range of teaching and research laboratories.
This four-year course includes an integrated foundation year, after which the syllabus follows that of the standard three-year course, BSc Animal Science (D306).
During your studies you will acquire an understanding of the key biology relating to domesticated animal health, including anatomy, physiology, nutrition, disease diagnosis and behaviour. You will also be able to develop a special interest in either livestock science, equine science or behavioural science, by selecting one of the degree’s three pathways.
Your academic understanding will be firmly grounded within the practical and applied context of animal science and further enhanced by guest lecturers from different areas of the animal science industry. Our teaching staff are active researchers in areas such as veterinary infectious diseases, nutrition, reproduction, behaviour and more.
This course is accredited by the Royal Society of Biology.
September 2026
Main Site (Aberystwyth)
Aberystwyth University, Reception, Penglais,
Penglais Road,
Aberystwyth,
Ceredigion,
SY23 3FL, Wales, United Kingdom
September 2027
Main Site (Aberystwyth)
Aberystwyth University, Reception, Penglais,
Penglais Road,
Aberystwyth,
Ceredigion,
SY23 3FL, Wales, United Kingdom
UCAS Tariff 48
A Levels Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed Level 3 qualifications (e.g. A-Levels or BTEC diploma) in subject areas other than biological science, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSEs, experience and motivation.
GCSE requirements (minimum grade C/4):
(minimum grade C/4): English or Welsh, Mathematics and Science
BTEC National Diploma:
Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed the Extended Level 3 BTEC diploma in subject areas other than biological science, or who have taken a BTEC certificate or diploma in any subject, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSE subjects, experience and motivation.
International Baccalaureate:
Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed an international baccalaureate in subject areas other than higher level biological science, and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSE subjects (or equivalent), experience and motivation.
European Baccalaureate:
Available to those who are studying for, or who have completed the European Baccalaureate in subject areas other than 4p biological science and to mature-aged candidates who have the required GCSE subjects (or equivalent), experience and motivation.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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