Online MSc International Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law - now open for applications for Sept 2012!

We are delighted to introduce a unique new online MSc/Dip/Cert in International Animal Welfare, Ethics and Law which starts in September 2012 providing a high quality educational experience entirely by online distance learning. The aim of the programme is to provide knowledge and an understanding of animal welfare science, with a focus on the international issues arising from animal use in all its forms. We will offer students the chance to learn about: scientific concepts of animal welfare; methods of animal welfare assessment; animal ethics and social responsibility; policy, legislation, regulation and enforcement. Additionally, there will be courses offered on key areas in applied animal welfare such as the welfare of production animals, companion animals, research animals and captive wild animals. For more information please see the website: http://www.ed.ac.uk/vet/international-animal-welfare or to apply please visit http://bit.ly/MSc-int-animal-welfare