About this Course
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 behaviour as well as the challenge of accessing the emotions of animals. This is the On-Demand version of this course, which means you can start the course at any time and work through the course materials at your own pace. The materials and quizzes will always be available to you. Learners can apply for Financial Aid directly with Coursera to assist with the cost of accessing the full course and gaining a certificate for successfully completing the course
What You'll Learn
- Understand scientific and ethical aspects of animal welfare
- Interpret animal behaviour and emotional states
- Enhance awareness of complex welfare issues
Prerequisites
- Basic computer and internet skills
- Ability to read instructions in English and complete exercises
Instructors
Hayley Walters
Senior Veterinary Nurse in Animal Welfare
Dr Fritha Langford
Scotland's Rural College (SRUC)
Dr Rebecca Doyle
Director of the Animal Welfare Centre
Dr Jill MacKay
Animal Behaviour and Welfare Researcher