Dominika Jagoda studied MSc Applied Animal Behaviour and Welfare at Hartpury and now works for the RSPCA’s Companion Animal Department as a Policy and Scientific Officer.

“I decided to study for my masters at Hartpury as I had previously attended an open day so I knew the campus and institution. The fact that Hartpury offered the specific course I wanted, coupled with the ease of travelling in once a week for my academic sessions, made it the best choice. The exposure to guest lectures, such as the one from the RSPCA, played a crucial role in shaping my career path. Learning about the variety of roles within the organization during that lecture helped me understand which roles were available. The hands-on modules, particularly the practical sessions on Hartpury’s Home farm, added a dynamic aspect to my learning and provided a refreshing change.

“The transition from considering a career as a vet, to finding a path that incorporated my knowledge and skills in animal welfare, was an easy one. I decided I wanted to work for an animal welfare organisation, and following the RSPCA guest lecture, I knew that that was the organisation for me. I hadn’t long submitted my dissertation when I saw the role of Policy and Scientific Officer at the RSPCA and knew I had to go for it. Now I'm in post, I deal with animal welfare enquiries from the general public, work on the implementation of new policies, and assist with a range of other projects many of which require collaboration with other known welfare charities.”

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