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Animal Science at Coleg Sir Gar - UCAS

Coleg Sir Gar

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: University of Wales Trinity Saint David (Prifysgol Cymru Y Drindod Dewi Sant)

Animal Science

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Course summary

The Foundation Degree in Animal Science is validated by the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Carmarthen. It is delivered at the college's Pibwrlwyd Campus where a range of animal facilities are based. Students are required to undertake compulsory internship within an animal/environmental or equine related business. The course programme provides the knowledge, understanding and critical analytical skills to inform current and future professionals and draws on a wide range of intellectual resources, theoretical perspectives and academic disciplines to facilitate understanding of animal sciences across a diverse range of species and fields of study. In addition to these core elements, the programme encourages student research and discussion in relation to current issues of animal management, ethics, legislation and environmental change.

Modules

Level 4 Industry based learning in Animal Science 1 (compulsory) Animal Nutrition (compulsory) Study Skills (compulsory) Animal Behaviour (compulsory) Animal Husbandry and Health Management Ornamental Fish Management Introduction to Animal Anatomy and Physiology Marine Biology Level 5 Comparative Animal Anatomy & Physiology (compulsory) Industry Based Learning in Animal Science 2 (compulsory) Animal Welfare (compulsory) Animal Breeding Anthrozoology Conservation Biology

Assessment method

The programme enables students to develop a range of skills which transfer easily to the world of work. Employment routes can include: Zoo Keepers, Animal Nursing Assistants, Pet Retail Managers, Conservation Managers, Animal Technicians, Animal Nutritionist, Animal Breeders, Small Holding Management, Marine Management, Animal Rescue Workers, Research / Laboratory workers, DEFRA / Local Government / Welfare Officers, Kennel and Cattery Managers, Charity Workers, Teaching. The course allows progression onto the BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour & Welfare (at Level 6) and applications onto our BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing Programme, in addition to other honours programmes delivered at other institutions. Each module is individually assessed. The programme uses a range of assessment methods so that all students are given opportunities to demonstrate their strengths and in order to promote their graduate key skills. Assessment methods include examinations, written reports, research projects, practical assessments, essays and presentations.


How to apply

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements


Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

England £9000* Year 1
Northern Ireland £9000* Year 1
Scotland £9000* Year 1
Wales £9000* Year 1
International £10000 Year 1

*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.

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

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Animal Science at Coleg Sir Gar - UCAS