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Animal behavior specialists utilize their scientific expertise to analyze the patterns and motivations behind animal actions, aiming to boost animal well-being, support conservation efforts, and expand our understanding of nature. The BSc Animal Behavior with Integrated Year in Industry program at Aberystwyth University provides a comprehensive grounding in versatile scientific abilities, as recognized by our Royal Society of Biology accreditation. With this training, you'll explore the underlying processes, growth patterns, purposes, and evolutionary aspects of animal behavior across various theoretical and practical scenarios. You'll hone specialized techniques in animal behavior studies and eventually undertake your own independent research project. Your third year includes guided professional experience in animal behavior fields, significantly improving your career opportunities. All this takes place in West Wales' stunning natural landscapes, where you'll encounter bottlenose dolphins, Atlantic grey seals, pine martens, otters, ospreys, and red kites. The program also offers immersive residential field courses to study animal behavior in diverse environments.