Animal
The UK animal industry consists of a very large number of increasingly diverse enterprises, each demanding different knowledge and skills. Despite this diversity, success within the industry requires practical competence and commercial awareness.
This course takes a holistic approach to animal management and is aimed at providing students with this broad knowledge. A wide range of species are available to enable students to gain sound practical animal husbandry skills, which are then complemented by an academic programme that covers topics such as nutrition, breeding, health and behaviour. These will be combined with a deeper understanding of business and trade as it relates to the animal sector.
In the second and third years of the course, students have a choice of specialist modules allowing them to concentrate their knowledge in line with a specific group of animal species.
Course Modules
| STAGE ONE | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Professional Skills for the Animal Industry (30 credits) |
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| Animal Biology (30 credits) |
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| Ethics of Animal Use (15 credits) |
Animals in Society (15 credits) |
| Animal Husbandry (15 credits) |
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| Ecology and Evolution (15 credits) |
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| STAGE TWO | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Research Methods (15 credits) |
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| Business Skills (15 credits) |
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| Behaviour (15 credits) |
Principles of Nutrition (15 credits) |
| Reproduction and Breeding (15 credits) |
Animal Health and Welfare (15 credits) |
| Training for Performance (15 credits) |
Equine Health and Disease (15 credits) |
| Business Concepts & Development (30 credits) |
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| Professional Practice and Legislation (15 credits) |
Applied Behaviour and Training (15 credits) |
| STAGE THREE | |
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| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Capstone Project (30 credits) |
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| Applied Nutrition and Feeding (15 credits) |
Applied Behaviour and Animal Welfare (15 credits) |
| Strategies and Issues in Animal Breeding (15 credits) |
Applied Health Management (15 credits) |
| Applied Issues in Wildlife Conservation (15 credits) |
Developments in Zoo Management (15 credits) |
| Complementary Therapies (15 credits) |
Current Issues in the Equine Industry (15 credits) |
| Applied and Clinical Equine Nutrition (15 credits) |
Consultancy Project (15 credits) |
Key
| OPTIONAL MODULES |
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Optional modules
Students can select 30 credits of optional modules from stage two and 30 credits of optional modules from stage three.
Note
These are the modules that are offered in this academic year; however, the optional modules available may be subject to change for the following reasons:
- Staff availability - for example the availability of staff to deliver specialist modules, which cannot be delivered by staff who do not have the relevant specialist expertise.
- In response to feedback and annual review processes to ensure we continually enhance our programmes. Changes in these circumstances will usually be made for the benefit of students.
- Student demand - to ensure there are adequate numbers on a module to support the provision of an excellent Learning & Teaching experience.
- The currency of the relevant module. Some modules are specified at a time when they reflect the issues that are currently topical in the subject area. They may have lost that currency by the time that the student is required to exercise the option. In the circumstances, in order to ensure that students are provided with an appropriate learning experience, those modules will be replaced by those which are relevant to the changing nature of the subject area.
The Writtle University College will endeavour to ensure that any impact on students is limited if such changes occur.
Entry Requirements
The following information provides the entry requirements for this particular course.
UCAS Tariff Points
GCE A Levels
Irish Certificate
Scottish Highers
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
BTEC Level 3 Diploma
C & G Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (720)
C & G Level 3 Extended Diploma
C & G Level 3 Diploma
Please note:
An equivalent or higher combination of grades to that indicated above will also be accepted.
GCSEs
All applicants must hold a minimum of four GCSE passes at grade C/4 or above to include English, Maths and Science.
Access course
Writtle University College welcomes applicants studying Access to HE Diploma courses. For more information please contact Admissions.
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL/APEL)
Information about our Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL/APEL) policy can be found on our Higher Education Regulations and Policies page.
Learning & Teaching Methods
The following list shows the variety of learning and teaching methods experienced on this course.
- Animal handling practicals involving work with a wide range of domesticated and captive animal species including pigs
- Tutorials
- Seminars and debates
- Inquiry-based learning
- Visits
- Online quizzes, wikis and activities
- Laboratory practical classes including dissections
Assessment Methods
This course provides a mix of assessment methods including.
- Practical assessments with companion and zoo animals, farm livestock and horses
- Examinations - both multiple choice and essay questions
- Presentations - both individually and in small groups
- Essays and technical reports
- Assessed seminars
- Case studies
- Experimental work and laboratory reports
- Poster presentations
- Debates
- Dissertation
Employment Details
This list of careers below are those that graduates from this programme have been successful in.
- Animal nutritionist
- Nutrition company sales rep
- Veterinary pharmaceutical and equipment supplies
- Animal Welfare Officer
- RSPCA
- Progression to Vet School
- Post-graduate study
Collaborative Working
Join Dr Eleanor Drinkwater and Darren Veitch as they present a series of fascinating, animal packed episodes that culminate in an interactive and enlightening Subject Spotlight focussed on Animal Management & Science.
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