University Centre Myerscough has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework.These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
Course summary
The Foundation Certificate was developed to enable students to achieve a recognised qualification by selecting those modules relevant to their own personal interests or future career aspirations. In order to complete this course, it is anticipated that the modules will be studied over a period of between 18 months and two years.
Modules
Academic and Vocational Skills; Animal Anatomy and Physiology; Animal Health and Nutrition (1.5 module); Introduction to Animal Behaviour; Ecology and Identification of Native Species (1.5 module) OR Animal Health Care Management (1.5 module) OR Management of Captive Animals (1.5 module)
How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - CE
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 0 credits P: 45 credits
Scottish Higher - CCD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MP
Scottish Advanced Higher - CD
T Level - P - D*
Normally 5 GCSEs Including Maths and English (or equivalents) are required, however, applicants are advised to check with the University Centre if they do not possess the specific qualifications. The University Centre may consider applicants with work experience within a relevant industry in place of some qualifications. Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) will be considered on an individual basis. If you have any queries in relation to entry qualifications, then please contact the University Centre directly.
Additional entry requirements
Interview
You may be required to attend an interview and will be contacted directly if this is the case.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent. |
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
| EU | £1125 | Module |
| England | £1125 | Module |
| Northern Ireland | £1125 | Module |
| Scotland | £1125 | Module |
| Wales | £1125 | Module |
| Channel Islands | £1125 | Module |
Additional fee information
Additional costs for items that are essential for the course include: black warehouse coat - £15, laboratory coat - £12, waterproofs and boots - £50. Additional costs for opportunities and items that are optional for the course include: field study trip to Shamwari Game Reserve (South Africa) - £3,500
We are unable to offer part time learning to non EU applicants.
Provider information
University Centre Myerscough
St Michael's Road
Bilsborrow
Preston
PR3 0RY