Our FdSc is validated by Newcastle University and aims to equip learners with the skills and knowledge required in a range of animal management based industries.
Throughout the course you will also develop an individual portfolio of work to start your professional career or apply to university.
We also offer a BSC Hons within this subject area which is validated by the University of Cumbria .
This programme is designed for students who wish to develop their knowledge of the exciting scientific and technical developments currently taking shape within the
global animal management industries. Focus will be made on critical appreciation for animal management in its wider context considering animals as pets and companions on farms, in zoos and in wildlife parks.
Course Details - Modules
Modules include: Year 1 • Personal Development & Planning • Research & Study Skills for Land-Based Industry • Anatomy & Physiology • The Animal Kingdom • Specialist Care • Wildlife Ecology • Numeracy Skills & Quantitative Methods for Land Based Industry • Employability Skills • Animal Behaviour • Evolution and Domestication • Animal Health & Handling • Genetics and Breeding Year 2 • Investigative Project • Scientific Methodology & Experimental • Design • Ethics & Welfare • Applied Animal Health • Animal Adaptations • Principles of Land-Based Enterprise Management • Industrial Experience • Principles of Conservation • Zoo Management and Captive Breeding • Nutrition
Course Details – Assessment Method
Your progress will be assessed by a range of methods including: Investigative Project, essays, case studies, presentations and other exercises.
Course Details – Professional Bodies
Professional Bodies are not listed for this Course.
How to Apply
26 January 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:
D3J8
Institution code:
C69
Campus Name:
Northumberland College
Campus code:
Points of Entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
Year 1
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)
Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry are not listed for this Course.
International applicants
Standard Qualification Requirements
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Minimum Qualification Requirements
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English language requirements
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Unistats information
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Fees and funding
England
6165.0
Year 1
Northern Ireland
6165.0
Year 1
Scotland
6165.0
Year 1
Wales
6165.0
Year 1
Additional Fee Information
Additional Fee Information are not listed for this Course.
Provider information
Bede Centre
Durham Road
Address3 are not listed for this Course.
Sunderland
SR3 4AH
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