Overview
Qualification
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BSc (Hons) in Animal Behaviour Welfare and Conservation (Animal Collections) Top Up
Course Content
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Individual Research Dissertation (30)
Anthrozoology (15)
Animal Cognition (15)
Skills for Industry Practice (15)
Emerging Infectious Diseases (15)
Advanced Collections Management (15)
The Role of the Modern Zoo (15)
Entry Requirements
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The programme is designed as a specific continuation of the FdSc in Animal Behaviour Welfare and Conservation at Kingston Maurward College. However, applications are warmly welcomed from external applicants with qualifications in an appropriate range of animal behaviour and welfare related subjects at Foundation Degree or HND level. Entry requirements are for a Pass grade at Level 5.
Application through UCAS.
Next Steps
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Those interested in access this course need to complete the FdSc Animal Behaviour Welfare and Conservation at Kingston Maurward first, or an equivalent qualification such as a subject related foundation degree or HND. Application through UCAS.
Career Opportunities
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This qualification offers excellent employment opportunities in the following areas: animal welfare organisations, assurance, inspection and enforcement agencies, animal collections, laboratory technicians, animal behaviour consultancy and training. Graduates have progressed to postgraduate qualifications in active areas of animal welfare research. Recent graduate outcomes surveys show that 100% of our graduates are in employment or further study.
Dates & Fees
Dates & Times
Start date:
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End time:
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28-Sep-2023 |
31-Jul-2024 |
10.00 a.m. |
4.00 p.m. |
Attendance
Mode of attendance
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Full Time |
Timetable
Day of the week
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Number of sessions
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Wed, Thur, Fri |
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Course Fees
Students on this course are normally eligible for a student loan depending on their circumstances.
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There will be an additional cost towards industry visits and study tours.
Option to join 5 day field trip to Lundy Island estimated cost £275
Some day trips may have entrance fee costs c£15-30.
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Materials Required
Steel toe-capped boots, cargo trousers, and polo shirts with a jumper (can be ordered from campus) will be required to attend practical sessions. Additionally, learners are expected to abide by health and safety principles within the animal based industry (for the benefit of both humans and animals) by removing all jewellery and nail products prior to practical sessions.
What's next?
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