Overview

Take an evidence-based approach to explore the potential motivations, management and treatment options for abnormal and/or problem behaviours commonly expressed by companion animal species living within a domestic environment.

This Clinical Animal Behaviour (Online Learning) programme at The University of Edinburgh involves a multidisciplinary approach, drawing on expert knowledge and techniques from within:

psychology
ethology
neurobiology
pharmacology
veterinary science

The teaching and learning supports your preparation for a career working with companion animals in a variety of settings, including clinical animal behaviour counselling.

Career services

The Careers Service supports you not only while you are studying at the University, but also for up to two years after you finish your studies.

With the Careers Service, you can:

access digital resources to help you understand your skills and strengths
try different types of experiences and reflect on how and what you develop
get help finding work, including part-time jobs, vacation work, internships and graduate jobs
attend careers events and practice interviews
get information and advice to help you make informed decisions

Accreditation

MSc Clinical Animal Behaviour has been validated by CCAB Ltd as delivering the academic elements necessary for an individual to achieve CCAB Certification Ltd certification as a Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CCAB).

PGDip in Clinical Animal Behaviour has been validated by the Animal Behaviour and Training Council (ABTC) as delivering the academic elements necessary for an individual to apply for recognition as a Clinical Animal Behaviourist (CAB).

The MSc and PGDip have also been approved for vets working towards Advanced Practitioner status with the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS).

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Programme Structure

Course structure:

Clinical Animal Behaviour

Principles of Animal Behaviour

Anthrozoology

Clinical Animal Behaviour Practice

Research Methods and Data Analysis*

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Key information

Duration

Part-time
- 36 months
- Flexible

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-14 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-26 00:00:00

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Round 1 deadline: 23 January

Round 2 deadline: 3 April

Round 3 deadline: 26 June

Language

English

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Credits

180 alternative credits

PgDip: 120 credits

PgCert: 60 credits

PgProfDev: up to 50 credits

Delivered

Online

Campus Location

Edinburgh, United Kingdom

Disciplines

Veterinary Medicine Animal Science View 16 other Masters in Veterinary Medicine in United Kingdom

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Academic requirements

GPA

Upper Second Class

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, with a biological background, for example a degree in:

veterinary medicine/ veterinary science

biological sciences

zoology

psychology

animal/equine science

Entry to this programme is competitive. Preference will be given to those with grades above the minimum requirements. Demonstrable experience working with companion animals in a professional capacity is not required but may increase your chances of acceptance.

Please make sure that you use the 'Personal Statement' and 'Relevant Experience' sections of your application to outline why you would like to join the programme and how this fits with your future career plans. Please also detail any relevant practical experience or additional courses that you have completed outside of higher education.

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Tuition Fees

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6366 GBP / year

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Citizens or residents

6366 GBP / year

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Additional Details

PgDip - £12,735

PgCert - £6,370

PgProfDev: 10 credits £1,065; 20 credits £2,125

Funding

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Programme Structure

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Key information

Duration

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Disciplines

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English requirements

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