ARU Writtle (formerly Writtle University College) has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
Why you should study Animal Science and Management at WUC…
- Our BSc (Hons) Animal Management and BSc (Hons) Animal Science courses have degree recognition from the Royal Society of Biology. Students can progress from the Diploma of Higher Education course onto the third year of the honours degree.
- You are able to specialise in a species of your choice.
- We have over 250 species of animals on campus, including exotic, companion, farm animals and wildlife.
- Our facilities include a farm, canine therapy centre, equine and animal centre and labs.
- You will get specialist tours of zoos, farms and laboratories including the opportunity to visit Colchester Zoo and its Umphafa Nature Reserve in South Africa, The Aspinall Foundation, The Sanger Institute and The Animal Health Trust.
- We are an educational member of the British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums, an academic association member of the British Society of Animal Science and a link institution for the Universities Federation for Animal Welfare.
- Our staff and students present at top national and international animal conferences and produce leading research.
- We will provide you with the key skills, understanding, knowledge and practical experience to pursue your dream career.
- Our courses combine a sound academic base in science with a range of practical husbandry and management skills.
How to apply
25Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- D392
- Institution code:
- W85
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
- Year 2
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 80 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
If you would like to discuss entry requirements please email [email protected].
Additional entry requirements
Other
The entry requirements listed represent typical offers for some of the most popular courses. We use the UCAS tariff when making offers and to determine whether you have met the conditions of our offer. Applicants are selected on their individual merits and offers can vary. We have an inclusive Admissions policy which recognises a broad range of qualifications, both academic and vocational and take into account relevant practical skills. Applicants studying a mixture of qualifications (e.g. A Level with BTEC, Advanced Technical Diplomas) are also warmly welcomed. Please contact our undergraduate Admissions Team for further advice on our entry requirements. Telephone: +44 (0)1245 424200 Email: [email protected]
Interview
Audition
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| EU | £13080 | Year 1 |
| International | £13080 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
Provider information
ARU Writtle (formerly Writtle University College)
Writtle
CM1 3RR