The University of Edinburgh

Animal Behaviour and Welfare

Taught in English

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Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals

Professor Nat Waran
Dr Fritha Langford
Dr Heather Bacon

Instructors: Professor Nat Waran

4.8

(4,967 reviews)

9 hours to complete
3 weeks at 3 hours a week
Flexible schedule
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There are 7 modules in this course

In this module we'll tell you who we are, what this course is about, how you can use this course to learn more about animal behaviour and welfare, and how you can earn a certificate.

What's included

3 videos5 readings

Introduction, History and Concepts of Animal Welfare

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5 videos2 readings1 quiz

Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare Assessment

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6 videos2 readings1 quiz

Practical Animal Welfare: Companion Animal Welfare

What's included

12 videos2 readings1 quiz

Practical Animal Welfare: Farm Animal Welfare

What's included

8 videos2 readings1 quiz

Practical Animal Welfare: Captive Wild Animal Welfare

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3 videos2 readings1 quiz

Emotive Animal Welfare Issues

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1 video3 readings

Instructors

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4.8 (1,384 ratings)
Professor Nat Waran
The University of Edinburgh
2 Courses197,884 learners
Dr Fritha Langford
The University of Edinburgh
1 Course149,057 learners
Dr Heather Bacon
The University of Edinburgh
2 Courses197,884 learners

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