Master of Science in Animal Behavior

University of Chester
Parkgate Rd, Cheshire West and Chester, United Kingdom | Founded: 1839 | Public, University | School ID: 000109
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Master of Science in Animal Behavior | University of Chester
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Level Master's degree
Length 1 year
Study Mode on campus
Tuition GBP 15,000
Cost of Living GBP 9,100

Program Description

MSc in Animal Behaviour at University of Chester provides advanced scientific training in ethology, welfare assessment, and conservation strategies through fieldwork and laboratory research. Students conduct original projects on topics like primate cognition, marine mammal communication, or human-animal interactions using Chester Zoo’s research facilities and global field sites. Graduates pursue careers as wildlife biologists, zoo scientists, or conservation consultants with skills to address behavioral challenges in captive and wild populations.

Program Requirements

Language Requirements
Test Overall Score Listening Reading Writing Speaking
IELTS 6.5 5.5 5.5 5.5 5.5
PTE - A 61.0 59.0 59.0 59.0 59.0
TOEFL 91.0 19.0 20.0 20.0 21.0

Academic Scores

Scale Minimum Score Required
GPA Scale (0-4.00) 2.80

Specializations Available

Animal Behavior

Program Intakes

October, 2025
January, 2026
February, 2026
September, 2026
October, 2026

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