Course contact details
Admissions Office
Email:admissions@colegsirgar.ac.uk
Phone:01554 748174
Fax: 01554 748170
Coleg Sir Gar
Graig Campus
Sandy Road
Pwll
Llanelli
SA15 4DN
Animal Science
- 2 Study options
- Undergraduate
- Pibwrlwyd Campus
- Awarded by:
- University of Wales Trinity Saint David (Prifysgol Cymru Y Drindod Dewi Sant)
Course summary
The Foundation Degree in Animal Science is validated by the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Carmarthen. It is delivered at the college's Pibwrlwyd Campus where a range of animal facilities are based.
Students are required to undertake compulsory internship within an animal/environmental or equine related business.
The course programme provides the knowledge, understanding and critical analytical skills to inform current and future professionals and draws on a wide range of intellectual resources, theoretical perspectives and academic disciplines to facilitate understanding of animal sciences across a diverse range of species and fields of study.
In addition to these core elements, the programme encourages student research and discussion in relation to current issues of animal management, ethics, legislation and environmental change.
Modules
Course Modules
Level 4
Industry based learning in Animal Science 1 (compulsory)
Animal Nutrition (compulsory)
Study Skills (compulsory)
Animal Behaviour (compulsory)
Animal Husbandry and Health Management
Ornamental Fish Management
Introduction to Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Marine Biology
Level 5
Comparative Animal Anatomy & Physiology (compulsory)
Industry Based Learning in Animal Science 2 (compulsory)
Animal Welfare (compulsory)
Animal Breeding
Anthrozoology
Conservation Biology
How to apply
Application codes
- Institution code:
- C22
This course may be available at alternative locations, please check if other course options are available.
Course optionsEntry requirements
Typical qualification requirements
UCAS TariffOffer: 40
Entry will be granted to applicants who demonstrate the academic ability and potential to benefit from the programme. Learners will be expected to have four GCSEs at grade C and above, plus 40 UCAS points. Applications from mature learners who may not meet these criteria will be considered on their own merit at interview based on their experience, interview assessment and other qualifications they may have gained as they may be industrially relevant.
The college welcomes students with a range of appropriate vocational qualifications and experience to apply in addition to the traditional 'A' level route. These could include the level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management, the Level 3 Baccalaureate, Apprenticeships, NVQs, AVCEs, National Diplomas and Advanced National Certificates, NPTC Level 3 Subsidiary Diploma and Diploma in Animal or Equine Management.
Historical entry grades data
This section shows the range of grades that students who received offers were previously accepted on to this course 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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Course optionsFees and funding
Tuition fees
Per year tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| England, Scotland, Wales & Northern Ireland | £9790 |
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
No additional fees or cost information has been supplied for this course, please contact the provider directly.
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