Why should you apply to study this course?
If you are interested in preventing diseases and improving the health and welfare of animals based on a strong understanding of the scientific principles behind them then this is the course for you.
What will this degree entail?
This course will be based on scientific principles of biology and physiology of animals to understand the mechanisms behind their health and diseases. During the course you will study a variety of subject disciplines, including basic animal health related topics such as nutrition, biotechnology, m...
Why should you apply to study this course? <br/>If you are interested in preventing diseases and improving the health and welfare of animals based on a strong understanding of the scientific principles behind them then this is the course for you.<br/><br/>What will this degree entail? <br/>This course will be based on scientific principles of biology and physiology of animals to understand the mechanisms behind their health and diseases. During the course you will study a variety of subject disciplines, including basic animal health related topics such as nutrition, biotechnology, microbiology, disease sciences and disease control strategies. In addition, you will focus on the global animal health industry, understanding the emergence and transmission of animal diseases, their risk to other animals and humans. You will spend time in our state-of-the-art teaching laboratories, on-campus farm and companion animal house applying skills whilst gaining subject specific knowledge in classroom-based studies. The course will also introduce business management of relevance to working within animal related industries. <br/><br/>As with other Harper Adams University degrees, a key feature of this course is a placement year where you will get an opportunity to work in an industry of your choice, enabling you to put knowledge into practice, develop your network and discover your future ambitions. In your final year you will build on this experience and conduct a specialist research project.
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
22/09/2025
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
D300
Institution Code
H12
Points of Entry
Year 1
UCAS Tariff96 104 From 3 A2 passes An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable. Scottish HigherB,B,B,B An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable. Access to HE DiplomaD:15,M:30 An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme28 Pass with 28 overall with Biology passed with 5 at higher level Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)DDM An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable. For applicants taking a City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma, offers tend to be in the region of DDM Please note these grades apply only to the new examined (reformed) version of the Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma which should be 1080 Guided Learning Hours. For the previous version of this course, the City and Guilds Level 3 Extended Diploma, we require grade D. We do not accept the 720 GLH version as fully meeting our Level 3 entry requirements. If you are unsure which version you are studying please contact your school or college for advice. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3,H3,H3,H3 BBBB under the previous system. An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable. GCSE/National 4/National 5Applicants must have a minimum of 4 GCSEs at grade C/4 or above including English Language, Maths and a Science. Where an applicant was not given access to GCSE Science, a BTEC level 2 in Science will be accepted as an alternative at a grade M. Confirmati Pearson BTEC Extended Diploma (QCF)D*DD An understanding of a biological science-based subject, for example Biology, Human Biology, Applied Science or Physical Education would be preferable. Please note these grades apply only to the old non-examined version of the Level 3 Extended Diploma which should be 1080 Guided Learning Hours. We do not accept the 720 GLH version as fully meeting our Level 3 entry requirements. T LevelD Accepted subject Agriculture, Land Management and Production Routes: Livestock production Accepted subject Animal Care and Management Routes: Animal care and Management, Equine care and Management Accepted subject Science Routes: Laboratory Sciences Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (last awarded Summer 2024)We accept the Welsh Baccalaureate as equivalent to a full A level. For further information please contact the Admissions team. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £16,500 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |