Animal welfare has been described as a complex, multi-faceted public policy issue which includes important scientific, ethical, and other dimensions. Improving our understanding of animal welfare, involves the fascinating study of animal behavior as well as the challenge of accessing the emotions of animals.
Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Instructors: Professor Nat Waran
Sponsored by Syrian Youth Assembly
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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.
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3 videos5 readings
Introduction, History and Concepts of Animal Welfare
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5 videos2 readings1 assignment
Animal Behaviour and Animal Welfare Assessment
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6 videos2 readings1 assignment
Practical Animal Welfare: Companion Animal Welfare
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12 videos2 readings1 assignment
Practical Animal Welfare: Farm Animal Welfare
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8 videos2 readings1 assignment
Practical Animal Welfare: Captive Wild Animal Welfare
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3 videos3 readings1 assignment
Emotive Animal Welfare Issues
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1 video3 readings
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SH
5
Reviewed on Sep 6, 2023
This course is very important to me to understand the actual animal welfare problems and how to face them. I have learned a lot about dogs and cats. Being a cat breeder it is very encouraging to me.
KL
5
Reviewed on Jun 17, 2020
Very informative and interesting, I enjoyed every section and found them incredibly eye-opening. I found the lecturers very knowledgeable and well versed in what they are speaking about.
NB
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Reviewed on Apr 17, 2022
I am delightedly happy with the course. The course enlightened me with detailed information regarding animal behaviour and the welfare of companion animals, farm animals, and wild animals.
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