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Animal Management with Science (top-up)

Course details
  • BSc (Hons)
  • 1 Years
  • Full-time
  • 07/09/2026
  • Undergraduate
Course location
Main Campus
Awarded by:
Harper Adams University

Course summary

Unlock the next level of your career with our dynamic one-year BSc Honours top-up program. Designed for those already holding a Foundation Degree, HND, or an equivalent qualification, this program is your gateway to the animal management industry.

Dive into a curriculum tailored to broaden your understanding and skill set, helping to make you a prime candidate for a variety of roles in the animal-related sectors. Whether your passion lies in animal husbandry, management or more research-based roles. This programme can expand knowledge from your previous studies focusing on more advances in animal husbandry and issues within the animal industry while allowing you to study a range of animal industries.

You could elevate your potential with a practical approach, applying what you learn in real-world scenarios and advancing your studies with a research project that could open doors to publication and beyond. This can be more than a degree, by acting as a stepping stone to a fulfilling career and an opportunity to make a difference in the world of animal management.

This is 'top up route' of a BSc honours degree for those who already hold a level 5 qualification e.g. Foundation Degree, HND or equivalent qualification.

This course is 1-year full time (part-time study may also be available – contact he@askham-bryan.ac.uk for more information about part-time study).

This programme is awarded by Harper Adams University.

Modules

Core Modules
Research Project
Sustainable Development in the Animal Industry
Enclosure Design and Stock Management
Recent Advances in Animal Management

*Elective Modules (Choose 1)
Zoo Management
Marine Conservation
Wildlife Disease and Population Management
*We cannot guarantee placement on your preferred elective if the module does not meet the minimum enrolment requirements or is oversubscribed due to resource limitations.

Assessment method

University Centre Askham Bryan fosters diverse talents and skills through a range of engaging assessment methods tailored to hone industry standard subject skills, as well as transferable skills and graduate attributes. From traditional coursework to time-constrained assessments that sharpen quick thinking, with each assessment opportunity you can showcase your abilities. Engage in online assessments blending technology with information for adaptable problem-solving. Whilst presentations amplify your voice, and scholarly viva-voce discussions deepen understanding. Practical assessments bridge theory with real-world application, helping to shape your subject expertise. With our varied approach, learning isn't just about meeting standards—it's about discovering your potential within an educational landscape.

How to apply

Apply by
14 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:
D300
Institution code:
A70
Campus name:
Main Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1

International applicants

Open days

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - Not accepted

A level - Not accepted

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - Not accepted

Access to HE Diploma - Not accepted

BSc (Hons) Top Up: Achieve pass or above in a Foundation Degree (FdSc) or an HND in an appropriate subject.
Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) will be considered on an individual basis. You may be required to demonstrate a level of academic and research skills as part of the application process. If you have any queries in relation to entry qualifications, then please contact the University Centre directly.

Additional entry requirements

Interview
You may be required to attend an interview in person or online

Historical entry grades data BETA

This section shows the range of grades students (with UK A-Levels or Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diplomas) who received offers were previously accepted with (learn more). It is designed to support your research but does not guarantee whether you will or won't get a place. Admissions teams consider various factors, including interviews, subject requirements, and entrance tests. Check all course entry requirements for eligibility.

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
EU£14500Year 1
Republic of Ireland£14500Year 1
England£9525Year 1
Northern Ireland£9525Year 1
Scotland£9525Year 1
Wales£9525Year 1
International£14500Year 1

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

The tuition fee for entry onto one of our degree programmes is charged per academic year. Our tuition fees will be subject to an annual inflationary rise, as per government guidance. Any change to currently advertised tuition fees will be communicated prior to enrolment onto a course of study.
Please note that if module or whole year restudy are required there will be additional tuition fee costs associated to this.

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