**Develop your expertise in animal behaviour and welfare and turn your passion into your career. Study the fascinating biology behind behaviour and consider ethical issues.**
This foundation year pathway provides an alternative route into degree-level study. It’s ideal for those who need to gain subject-specific knowledge and skills in order to progress onto the full BSc qualification.
You’ll be exposed to the latest research in the field of animal behaviour and welfare, and develop industry-standard practical skills to assess welfare, measure behaviour, train ani...
**Develop your expertise in animal behaviour and welfare and turn your passion into your career. Study the fascinating biology behind behaviour and consider ethical issues.** <br/><br/>This foundation year pathway provides an alternative route into degree-level study. It’s ideal for those who need to gain subject-specific knowledge and skills in order to progress onto the full BSc qualification.<br/><br/>You’ll be exposed to the latest research in the field of animal behaviour and welfare, and develop industry-standard practical skills to assess welfare, measure behaviour, train animals and manage domestic, exotic and wild species.<br/><br/>Gain first-hand experience of fieldwork and research through trips and interactions with industry professionals. Whether you want to become a welfare officer, trainer or researcher, you’ll be prepared for a range of careers in the animal sector.<br/><br/>If you’re considering going into international conservation, an optional field trip to Mankwe Wildlife Reserve, South Africa, allows you to experience wildlife and conservation in action, for a valuable insight into this rewarding career.<br/><br/>Benefit from a 360-hectare campus that’s home to a diverse range of animals. Our 70-species Animal Collection provides opportunities to assess the behaviour and welfare of domestic and non-domestic animals in different contexts. You’ll also have access to our commercial farm and equine yard.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Sandwich
Duration
5 Years
Start Date
09/2024
Campus
Main Site
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
DF29
Institution Code
H22
Points of Entry
Foundation
A levelEE-DD or equivalent, from a minimum of one A Level. UCAS Tariff32-48 UCAS tariff points. Scottish Higher32-48 UCAS tariff points in Scottish Highers. This must include a minimum of one Advanced Higher. Access to HE Diploma32-48 UCAS tariff points in an Access to Higher Education Diploma. International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme32-48 UCAS tariff points in an IB Diploma, to include a minimum of one Higher at H3 or above. Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)PPP in an Extended Diploma in a relevant subject. Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)32-48 UCAS tariff points in the Irish Leaving Certificate. This must include a minimum of one Higher. T LevelAn overall grade of Pass in your T Level in a relevant subject. |
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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 |