Maestria en Bienestar Animal

The Master's in Animal Welfare at Antonio Nariño University covers interdisciplinary studies integrating ecology, neuroscience, and a global approach to animal welfare. Students examine philosophical, ethical, scientific, and legislative foundations related to animal sentience. The curriculum allows specialization in genetics, epigenetics and comparative psychology to produce professionals capable of research, management and legislative application in animal welfare. The program is delivered over four semesters on a full-time, in-person basis with a total of 48 credits. It includes core and elective modules, with a final degree project. It is designed for professionals seeking to develop knowledge and skills to influence animal welfare nationally and internationally, including policy, academia, industry, and conservation roles.

Modules

• Bases Conductuales Del Bienestar Animal
• Bienestar Animal Y Sociedad
• Fisiología Del Estrés Y Los Estados Emocionales En Animales
• Fundamentos En Investigación
• Bienestar Animal En Animales De Compañía Y Albergues
• Bioética Y Legislación
• Electiva 1
• Medición Y Análisis Del Bienestar Animal
• Bienestar Animal En Los Sistemas De Producción
• Ecología Y Bienestar Animal
• Electiva 2
• Innovación Aplicada Al Bienestar

• Advisors and researchers in behavior and animal welfare
• Policy design and execution roles in welfare and regulation
• Educators and trainers promoting welfare and animal legislation
• Leaders in technological innovation for animal welfare in agriculture, livestock and veterinary clinics
• Positions in conservation and animal management at natural parks, zoos and bioparks