Applied Ethology and Animal Biology
For good animal welfare and husbandry, an understanding of animal behaviour and biology from an applied perspective is important. If you are interested in the well-being of animals and want to preserve biodiversity, this programme is for you.
This programme provides solid knowledge in both theory and methods in applied ethology. After initial courses in ethology, knowledge in the field of animal biology is broadened with courses in stress, cognition, behavioral genetics and conservation biology. Apart from lectures and seminars, you will experience field trips, meet alumni and professionals, and carry out practical studies on farm animals, laboratory animals and zoo animals. You can also exchange one of the later courses for a professional internship to gain extra work experience.
The emphasis in the programme is on the one-year degree project. In the process of planning, performing and presenting a scientific study, your theoretical and methodological knowledge is put into practice. Previous degree theses have investigated the learning ability of stressed chickens, the diving ability of sea turtles after bycatch fishing, and behavioral studies of endemic fruit bats and their ecological value. Other degree projects have provided knowledge about genetic changes in feral horses, the importance of smell for food choices in primates, and why dogs tilt their heads.
- ECTS transcript – If you are still completing your Bachelor’s degree, upload an ECTS transcript showing the subjects you have studied, your grades, and the number of credits awarded. Your Bachelor’s diploma must be uploaded later, as soon as you receive it.
- Bachelor’s diploma – If you have already graduated, upload your Bachelor’s diploma. A separate ECTS transcript is not required.
Note: Your Bachelor’s degree must be in the same or a related field as the Master’s programme you are applying for. The university will check whether you have completed enough relevant subjects and ECTS credits.
Important! View the full requirements on the university’s official website. Requirements may vary depending where you completed your bachelor education.
Note:
- A motivation letter and a recommendation letter are NOT required documents when applying to the programmes at this university.
Applicants have to prove their English language skills either by an internationally recognized language test or upon previous studies. Usually English language skills can be proved by the following documents:
- TOEFL iBT*
- IELTS Academic
- A Cambridge English qualification
- Higher education degree completed in English
- Secondary education completed in English in a country or school qualification accepted by the university
- An English subject and grade on your secondary school leaving certificate that meet the university’s requirements
- Other
Important: Accepted methods and minimum results depend on study programme and the country where you completed your education. Check the official requirements for your chosen study programme.
*Use the Kastu promo code LTU1000102 when registering for TOEFL iBT and receive a 5% discount.
Selection will be based on academic merits.
- Bachelor's degree with a major in the field of biology.
- 10 ECTS credits in the field of animal biology, or equivalent
Note. You must provide your Bachelor's degree syllabus to prove you have required credits in particular subjects.
