Canine Therapy

Course Summary

The purpose of this programme is to provide a balance of vocational and academic study that is intellectually challenging, vocationally relevant and provides clear foundations to pursue a progressive career in the field of Canine Therapy. Academic knowledge and understanding reinforces and supports the development of vocational skills equipping the students with the abilities and the knowledge relevant to their employment or the need of their employers. The BSc (Hons) in Canine Therapy will produce highly qualified clinicians specialised in all aspects of canine therapy, hydrotherapy, massage therapy and behavioural therapy. All three are popular disciplines within the industry and students will acquire basic skills enabling them to pursue a career in any of these fields. The aims of the programme are to: Build on basic scientific principles to develop an advanced academic knowledge of the canine both in health and disease Evaluate normal and abnormal movement patterns in the dog, including assessment for compensatory mechanisms that may change movement patterns or elicit pain To investigate, explore and appraise areas of canine therapy and rehabilitation to devise and apply professional and clinical strategies to case studies Devise structured rehabilitation plans for injured or post-operative animals and introduce a plan to re-educate the structures relevant to the normal patterns of that animal Apply diagnostic techniques and clinical therapeutic skills in an appropriate manner Complete a portfolio of evidence demonstrating skill in the workplace when applying therapies to dogs Demonstrate the skills to run a business and interact with other professionals, such as the veterinary surgeon or trainer Think constructively and critically, discuss and evaluate concepts and theories, propose sound and reasoned solutions justifying clinical options and choice of treatment to solve issues related to health and disease of the canine Recognition from specific professional bodies is currently being sought. The clinical skills for hydrotherapy and massage therapy will be informed by professional placements in commercially-run sessions on WUC premises.

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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: D390

Institution code: W85

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Points of Entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

Entry Requirements for Advanced Entry (Year 2 and Beyond)

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International applicants

Standard Qualification Requirements

96 UCAS tariff points, to include one GCE A level grade C or above Also, you will be able to demonstrate good physical fitness, and animal handling skills experience corresponding to at least 150 hours for canine under the supervision of various providers. If the placements are done prior to the interview, letters from the providers stating the date and length of the placements, the animal handling activities undertook and the skills developed must be submitted during the interview. If the placements have not been done prior to the interview, letters from the providers stating the date and length of the coming placements must be submitted during the interview. All placements must have been effective before the beginning of the course. Placement must be less than three years old to be taken into consideration. Owning a dog cannot constitute evidence of dog's practical handling.

96 UCAS tariff points, to include 3 x B

Science or Physiotherapy 45 credits at level 3 with a mix of Distinction and Merit to meet the overall UCAS entry tariff.

Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course

http://writtle.ac.uk/BSc-(Hons)-Canine-Therapy

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Unistats information

Student satisfaction : 0%

Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs): 45%

Go onto work and study: 80%

Fees and funding

England	9250.0	Year 1
Northern Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
Scotland	9250.0	Year 1
Wales	9250.0	Year 1
Channel Islands	9250.0	Year 1
Republic of Ireland	9250.0	Year 1
EU	12699.0	Year 1
International	12699.0	Year 1

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