This programme will allow you to develop a range of practical and knowledge-based skills related to the animal industry. You will learn about a wide range of animals, from companion and livestock to wildlife. You will gain an underpinning of animal behaviour in both a theoretical and practical setting. The programme allows you to apply theoretical knowledge to practical situations using our excellent animal facilities, and will develop practical experience in the workplace, whilst business and employment elements improve transferable skills and enable you to set up your own business.
What will I study
· Academic Professional Skills
· Comparative Anatomy and Physiology
· Animal Health and Nutrition
· Professional Skills in the Industry
· Principles of Animal Behaviour
· Applied Animal Husbandry
Teaching and Learning
This programme is delivered with a variety of learning and teaching approaches to include all students' learning styles and preferences. For all modules, theory lectures are delivered that aim to deliver the core content and provide the underpinning knowledge. To complement the theory lectures, you will have group seminars/practical sessions that are used to reinforce concepts delivered theoretically. The teaching methods focus on facilitating a student-centred approach to enhance your independent learning that takes place outside of the classroom.
How you're assessed
Assessment includes practical reports and demonstrations, written assignments, portfolios, scientific posters and group or individual presentations. There are no formal examinations. Opportunities for feedback on assessments is available prior to the final submission to support your development and achievement. Staff aim to return assessed work within a 20-working day timeframe (not including holidays) so that you can most benefit from the feedback.
Contact time
The full-time route incorporates approximately 12-16 hours of contact time per week, encompassing lectures, seminars, practicals and tutorials. You are also expected to carry out a significant amount of independent study in addition to contact time (approximately 25-30 hours a week). Independent study includes reading around the subject, preparing for tutorials and seminars, preparing for, and completing, module assessments; forming an essential part of your learning journey.
The part-time route incorporates 9-12 hours of contact time per week, encompassing lectures, seminars, practicals and tutorials. You are also expected to carry out a significant amount of independent study in addition to contact time (approximately 12-15 hours a week). Independent study includes reading around the subject, preparing for tutorials and seminars, preparing for, and completing, module assessments; forming an essential part of your learning journey.
You can expect to receive your timetable during induction week.
Assessment includes practical reports and demonstrations, written assignments, portfolios, scientific posters and group or individual presentations. There are no formal examinations. Opportunities for feedback on assessments is available prior to the final submission to support your development and achievement. Staff aim to return assessed work within a 20-working day timeframe (not including holidays) so that you can most benefit from the feedback.
The following entry points are available for this course:
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· A tablet, laptop or stationery to take notes in lectures and seminars
· College-branded white laboratory coat
· College-branded blue kennel coat
· Appropriate waterproof outdoor clothing and footwear for outdoor practicals
· Strong steel toe capped boots for practical sessions
· The college has a strict policy of not allowing work boots inside college buildings – you will need to have alternative footwear (shoes or trainers) to attend lectures and tutorials
· Roughly £ 300 to cover the costs of field trips and visits over the duration of your programme
· Training equipment will be required (i.e., clicker and target stick) for the training related modules (this module can be selected as an option on the programme)
· On successful completion of the programme, you will have the opportunity to graduate at a ceremony wearing formal dress. The hire of the formal dress is an additional cost.
Email:clearing@bishopburton.ac.uk
Phone:01964 553198
Email:admissions@bishopburton.ac.uk
Phone:01964 553000
Fax: 01964 553101
Bishop Burton
Beverley
HU17 8QG
At University Centre Bishop Burton
