1Mar
UndergraduateCourse summary
- Subject to approval*
Modules
Level 4 (Year 1) • 1 Animal Health and Welfare Learning to recognise the signs of health and disease across and range of animal species as well as know how to promote good health and prevent disease. • 2 Business and the Business Environment Provide students with background knowledge and understanding of business, exploring organisations and learn how to shape business decisions. • 3 Managing a Successful Project (Pearson-set) Developing and demonstrating skills that are required for managing and implementing a project. Through research and business review successfully complete a project that meets aims and objectives of the business. • 4 *Animal Behaviour in Society Develop and understanding of behaviour of animals through scientific observation and assessment of animal behaviour. Leading to supporting and modifying/managing behaviours and supporting good animal welfare. • 5 *Animal Husbandry Equipping students with practical skills and underpinning knowledge to ensure promotion of animal in environments that is good for mental and physical health. • 6 *Animal Anatomy and Physiology Develop knowledge of biological systems of animals to understand how animal health and biological functions relate to welfare and lifestyle. Through in depth learning of the biological systems. • 14 Management of Exotic Species Gain important theoretical knowledge and practical skills in promoting the welfare of a wide range of different exotic animal species. • 53 British Wildlife Develop understanding of British wildlife in relation to current and historical populations and distributions to develop key information relating to scientific and conservation. Level 5 (Year 2) • 23 Biological Principles Equip students with underpinning knowledge of principles of biological process, building on from the level 4 module Anatomy and physiology. • 24 Research Project (Pearson-set) Developing on skills from level 4, this module aims to offer opportunity to engage in sustained research in a specific field. • 25 *Anthrozoology Examining the human animal interaction, exploring the variety of ways in which animal are utilised in human society. • 26 *Evolution and Adaptations Developing technical and scientific analysis this provides insight into models and theories that explain aspects of animal in a variety of different environments. • 32 Therapy and Rehabilitation This module explores the awareness of and symptoms of injuries and explores the treatment methods available • 36 Ethics and Consultation Developing professional discussion this module supports progression for all students to be familiar with key welfare and ethical approaches relating to animal Welfare • 42 Ornamental Aquatics and Fish Keeping Providing students with understanding of the theoretical and practical skills in promoting welfare of a wide range of different fish.
Assessment method
Projects, Report, Portfolio, Review, Reflection, Action Research. Students enrolled in this programme are required to gain a work placement in the animal sector to support the completion of projects in both year one and year two. While students are encouraged to secure their own placements, West Suffolk College offers support and guidance if needed to help them find suitable opportunities within the industry.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- A001
- Institution code:
- W46
- Campus name:
- University Studies and Professional Development Centre
- Campus code:
- B
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - DD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Student Outcomes
Operated by the Office for Students
There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £6360 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6360 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6360 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6360 | 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
You may need to apply for an enhanced DBS (Approx £44) depending on whether you are currently on the update service.
For practical sessions, you will need to purchase a veterinary style tunic and alternative footwear, preferably steel toe capped boots. The veterinary tunics are purchased via Salon Wear Direct:
• Veterinary Ladies Tunic £29.94
• Veterinary Male Tunic £31.20
Prices include VAT and delivery.
Steel toe capped boots can be purchased from any relevant high street shop or online and are approximately £20.
There is also the option of a hoodie, though this is not required
• Veterinary Ladies Tunic and Hoodie £56.32
• Veterinary Male Tunic and Hoodie £57.58
Provider information
West Suffolk College
73 Western Way
Bury St Edmunds
Suffolk
IP33 3SP