Animal Behaviour Advanced Diploma

Objectives
On completion of the course, students will be able to appreciate the evolution and physiology of behaviour, and understand some practical techniques used in behavioural analysis.

Level, Entry and Accreditation
The advanced animal behaviour course is designed to fit into the National Qualifications framework at level 3-4. The course is advanced and some prior interest; qualification or experience in biology or animal behaviour (such as our level 2 course, or some other work with animals) is be required in our applicants. The qualification is awarded by the Institute for Animal Care Education.

Course Structure
The course is made up of nine lessons, these are broken down into three separate modules. Students are expected to take around 9-14 months to complete the course (this will vary a lot depending on experience and available time).

Module 1
Lesson 1 The evolution of the nervous system
Lesson 2 Components of the nervous system
Lesson 3 Vision
   
Module 2   
Lesson 4 Behaviour and the Brain
Lesson 5 Selfish genes and Altruism
Lesson 6 Sexual Selection
   
Module 3  
Lesson 7 Breeding strategies
Lesson 8 Decisions
Lesson 9 Practical Aspects of Behaviour

Assessment
Assessment takes the form of question papers (nine in total) and report writing (three in total). There is also an optional observation in module three.

 
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are £250 for the whole course. We do offer our interest free Easy Payment Scheme.