Applied Poultry Science (Online Learning) PgDip (ICL)
University of Edinburgh
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SEP-25

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This programme offers a unique, research-led opportunity to study the different aspects of applied poultry science and aims to equip current and future professionals with skills, knowledge and understanding to address local and global challenges in sustainable poultry production. It is designed to suit those in continuing employment or with other commitments.Participants typically come from a wide range of backgrounds who wish to develop their career and businesses, including: nutritionists; ...Read more

This programme offers a unique, research-led opportunity to study the different aspects of applied poultry science and aims to equip current and future professionals with skills, knowledge and understanding to address local and global challenges in sustainable poultry production. It is designed to suit those in continuing employment or with other commitments.

Participants typically come from a wide range of backgrounds who wish to develop their career and businesses, including: nutritionists; breeders vets; other poultry sector workers;

How will I learn?

Our part-time, online programme is a fully flexible mix of technical, scientific, nutritional, and environmental and management-skills development modules. You can fit your studies in and around your work and other commitments. It is delivered largely by poultry specialists from Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC), and St David’s Poultry Team (veterinary surgeons).

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Entry requirements

A UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in agriculture, veterinary science or a biological science.

Tuition fees

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£12,735 per year

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Students from Domestic

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10 credits £1,065; 20 credits £2,125

£12,735 per year

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Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from EU

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.

10 credits £1,065; 20 credits £2,125

£12,735 per year

This information is updated by IDP Connect, or in some cases the institution directly.
Please note: The fees might vary so please make sure you contact the institution for up to date information.

Students from International

The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.

10 credits £1,065; 20 credits £2,125

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University of Edinburgh
The University of Edinburgh Old College Edinburgh Edinburgh, City Of EH8 9YL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Edinburgh Haymarket  0.7 miles away
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