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University of Melbourne

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Animal Welfare

  • DASC90012
  • Contact Hours: Up to 45 hours of lectures/practicals/tutorials
    Total Time Commitment: (including non-contact time): 120 hours.
  • 12.50
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On completion of the course, students should have sound and broad understanding of the systems regulating body function and the behavioural and physiological responses utilised by animals in responding to environmental change. From this theoretical base, students should develop an appreciation of the scientific approaches available to assess animal welfare. Furthermore, students should understand the concepts of animal welfare and be aware of the main welfare issues confronting animals in modern livestock production systems and other captive animal settings. Specific topics covered include: the current debate about animal usage and animal welfare; systems regulating the body (homeostasis,... -- Course Website

Prerequisites: Eligibility for honours or postgraduate degree.



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