University Centre Rotherham has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
About this Course: Learners can progress to the Higher National Diploma (HND), after successfully completing of the Certificate, for a second year of study to gain a full Level 5 Diploma qualification. The course provides you with a wealth of transferrable experience and employability skills either to take you straight into industry or onto further study. You will also build confidence both academically and practically within real animal industry scenarios. You will have access to work with a large variety of animal species. These include large and small exotic mammals, companion mammals, aquatics, amphibians, reptiles, invertebrates, farm livestock, horses and avian species. Our lecturing staff have a wide range of expertise, having worked in a variety of animal-related industries and have many years of experience. Former students have stated that they felt ready for the next step of their career and were fully supported to achieve to the best of their ability. Modules Covered: Core
- Biological Principles
- Research Project
- Therapy and Rehabilitation
- Chemistry for Biologist
- Anthrozoology
- Breeding and Genetics
- Behavioural Approaches to Animal Management
- Further study at higher levels or employment with the industry such as Zoology, Animal Behavior, Animal technician, Animal management of Collections, Teaching Specialist Subject.
- Employment within the industry, such as Zoo-Keeping, Veterinary Sciences, Education, Animal Welfare, Visitor's Centre Management, Animal Charities and Teaching A Specialist Subject.
- Five GCSE's grade C/4 including English Literature, English Language, Maths and Science
- Completion of HNC Level 4
- Level 3 qualification in Animal Management
- Three Science or Animal- based A- Levels
- Access to HE certificate in a relevant discipline (Science of animal management)
Modules
•The business environment •Animal husbandry •Animal health and welfare •Research project •Anatomy and physiology •Animal nursing •Exotics and pet trade •Managing animals in education •Planning, monitoring and nutrition
How to apply
This course is not accepting applications from students requiring a Student visa. For more information, please contact the course provider.
31Jan
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:
- DN32
- Institution code:
- R52
- Campus name:
- Dearne Valley College
- Campus code:
- D
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
International applicants
All applicants who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English, must have an IELTS score of Level 5.5 or above with a minimum of 5.0 for individual sections.
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Access to HE Diploma
Mature students (24+) may be considered if proven relevant work experience and previous academic achievement can be evidenced. All applicants who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English two years of school in English, must have an IELTS score of Level 5.5 or above with a minimum of 5.0 for individual sections.
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6900 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £6900 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £6900 | Whole course |
| Wales | £6900 | Whole course |
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
For further information about Tuition Fee Loans eligibility, applications and repayments visit the Student Loans Company website at: www.slc.co.uk.
There may be ways in which we can support your learning. If you are finding it hard to cover the costs of any materials associated to your course or travelling to college, please contact our Student Support team for Rotherham College on 01709 722777 as support may be available to you to cover these costs.
Provider information
University Centre Rotherham
Eastwood Lane
Rotherham
S65 1EG