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Full-time, 1 year
Why choose this course
- Practical experience in labs and an animal unit with over 70 species
- Modules in herpetology, exotic biology, companion animal behaviour and welfare assessment
- Build research skills through a dissertation on a topic you choose
- Assessment emphasises applied practical knowledge, including laboratory work
- For careers in veterinary research, rescue, zoological collections or laboratory testing
Overview
The programme provides students with the opportunity to gain valuable practical experience in our purpose specific laboratories and our educational setting animal unit which is home to over 70 species. Specific emphasis is given to the importance of animal welfare within the broader context of the animal sector including modules that relate to Herpetology, Exotic biology and physiology, Scientific approaches to health and welfare assessment, Companion animal behaviour and contemporary issues within the field of animal welfare science.
Read the full overview
Here at University Campus Doncaster we encompass a hands on practical and engaging theoretical and scientific approach to deliver our level 6 programme. This level 6 top up programme focuses on underpinning components that contribute to the overall welfare of animals in a range of settings and interactions.
Students also gain valuable research skills through the production of a dissertation in a topic of their choice to facilitate own findings in an area of the animal welfare science sector.
Upon completion students will be equipped to further their careers in a variety of sectors or post graduate education.
What you’ll study
5 modules
This course includes the following core modules that all students complete:
Full-time and part-time options are available for the programme. Students are required to commit to attending for two days (full time) or 1 day (part time) per week in term time. Past students have found this very helpful for balancing childcare and employment commitments.
Modules
- Exotic animal biology20 credits
- Companion animal behaviour and management20 credits
- Advanced principles of animal health and welfare20 credits
- Contemporary issues in animal welfare science20 credits
- Dissertation40 credits
Occasional changes to modules and course content may take place. Students will be notified when applicable.
How you’ll learn
You’ll learn through lectures, seminars and workshops.
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Practical and lab sessions
- Guest speakers
- Research project supervision
Read more about how you’ll learn
The primary way of delivering this course is on campus. On campus teaching includes a combination of lectures, small group seminars, workshops, guest lectures and one to one discussion with your programme leader and the programme team.
Students will receive between 6 and 14 hours of teaching time per week throughout this course, depending on the modules being taken. Additional one-to-one meetings with tutors and dissertation supervisors will provide further guidance and support.
Methods of assessment include: Practical Assessments in Laboratory Work, Written Assignments, Posters and Presentations, Exams and Case study analysis. Students have a variety of methods of assessment on the course with a clear emphasis on developing the applied practical knowledge relevant to the field of Animal Welfare.
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Where it can take you
This programme is particularly relevant to people already working in or looking to develop a career within the veterinary research sector, rescue and behavioural rehabilitation, herpetology and exotic care sector, zoological collections, animal nutrition sector, behaviour and welfare research and laboratory testing facilities as well as those that wish to progress to post graduate education or teaching.
- Veterinary research sector
- Rescue and behavioural rehabilitation
- Herpetology and exotic care sector
- Zoological collections
- Animal nutrition sector
- Behaviour and welfare research
- Laboratory testing facilities
Found where you fit?
Entry requirements
Don’t have the standard qualifications? You may still be able to apply.
Applicants would normally be expected to have a level 5 qualification such as a Foundation Degree (FdSc) or a Higher National Diploma (HND) in a relevant animal science/ zoological or biological field.
Further details about this course are available and the programme team welcome enquiries from a variety of backgrounds and experience to attend our open events or enquire for a call.
Taken a different path?
We are committed to creating educational opportunities for people from a variety of previous sectors. If you have been out of formal education for some time, and/or you do not have the qualifications stated, we might still be able to consider your application and offer you a range of support. We are here to help.
Fees and funding
£8,190
a year for UK students
Financial support
UK students can take out a tuition fee loan to cover the cost of their course and a maintenance loan to cover living costs.
We also have a range of other financial support available.
Additional costs
Your Tuition fees cover most costs associated with your course (including registration, tuition and assessment.)
There may be some extra costs that you might need to make, or choose to pay, for example:
• Books (you’ll have access to books from your module reading lists in the HE library, but you may want to buy your own copies)
• Printing and photocopying
• Trips and enhancement opportunities
• Personal protective equipment for use in the laboratories (laboratory coat).
If your course includes a work placement, you may be required to pay for a Basic or Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.
Questions about funding?
Your next step
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What happens after you apply
1
You apply
UCAS gives you an applicant ID to track your application. Apply direct and we’ll reply by email.
2
You hear back
Responses usually arrive between November and May: an unconditional offer, a conditional offer, or an unsuccessful application.
3
You get ready to start
Before you enrol we’ll need photo ID and copies of your certificates. Apply for Student Finance early.
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Level
Level 6
Duration
1 year
Study mode
Full-time
Awarding body
University of Hull
UCAS code
DN25