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HNC/HND Animal Management (Behaviour and Welfare)

Course Name 
HNC/HND Animal Management (Behaviour and Welfare)Available for applications (HE)
Course Details
Location Wakefield College
Level Level 4
Level Level 5
Start Date September
Duration 2 years
Mode of Study Full time
Awarding Body Pearson BTEC
 
Course Overview

The HND in Animal Management is a vocational programme designed to cover practical, theoretical and ethical aspects of the management of animals.

The course structure has been selected to provide a relevant learning environment and opportunities to meet the needs of local and regional students. It has been designed to either enable learners to progress to a related degree programme or to make a direct entry to employment through the acquisition of practical skills and relevant underpinning knowledge. These skills will be put to the test during a variety of visits, work placements and trips including residentials in both the UK and Europe.

You will learn through:

  • Lectures
  • Practical work in animal units
  • Field trips
  • Tutor led tutorials
  • Laboratory work
  • External visits
  • Independent learning, study and research
What you will Study

Year 1:

  • Animal Health and Welfare
  • Business and the Business Environment
  • Managing a Successful Project
  • Animal Behaviour in Society
  • Animal Husbandry
  • Animal Anatomy and Physiology
  • Animal Nutrition
  • Ecological Principles

Year 2:

  • Biological Principles
  • Research Project
  • Anthrozoology
  • Evolution and Adaptations
  • Genetics and Breeding
  • Wildlife Conservation
  • Work Experience
How you will be Assessed
  • Essays and reports
  • Exams
  • Laboratory reports
  • Observations
  • Presentations
  • Practical work and tests
  • Reflective accounts and critical analysis
  • Research projects
  • Time constrained assignments
Entry Requirements
  • 64 UCAS points or
  • BTEC Level 3 qualification in Animal Management or
  • A Levels that demonstrate strong academic performance or
  • Other related Level 3 qualifications or
  • Access to Higher Education Diploma

This should be supported by GCSE Grades 9 - 4 (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science

Related work experience in the land-based sector and mature students will be considered following interview

Attendance Expectations 16 hours per week over three days.
Fee Information

2024/25 fees:

£TBC

Further Study Upon successful completion of their studies students may choose to progress to university to further their studies by enrolling onto a top up degree programme.
Course Groups (W) Higher Education
Subject Area (W) Animal Care
Client Group (W) Higher Education
Search Ref (W) 59382
Website Ref (W) ZQKZ2B344R
Information last amended: 24 April 2024 14:55

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