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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Duchy College Stoke Climsland
Full Time
SEP-25
2 Years
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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Duchy College Stoke Climsland
Full Time
SEP-25
2 Years
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Gain a sound understanding of issues surrounding animal health, disease, behaviour, welfare and the management of animal collections. Making use of our excellent practical facilities and links with Dartmoor Zoological Park and various charitable organisations across Cornwall and Devon, we can ensure that you have excellent access to hands-on experience and the benefit of up-to-date knowledge.Aspects of animal health and management are studied through a range of inter-related modules, giving you a solid grounding in this specialist area. Study tours in Year 1 and Year 2 will allow you to further your knowledge and experiences both nationally and internationally. You will have amazing opportunities to develop your knowledge of health, welfare and husbandry, and to work with a wide range of species within our Animal Management Centres at our Bicton College.You will have access to our Equine Yard. Links with Dartmoor Zoological Park have developed in the past few years and there are sound opportunities for you to broaden your experiences to a wider range of exotic species, including big cats, wolves, monkeys, capybara, tapirs and wallabies.We also work closely with a number of other animal organisations strengthening our links within the industry.This course is also available with Science Gateway, perfect for you if you would like to study any of the science-based Foundation Degrees (FdSc) we offer, but don’t have the right qualifications or grades to do so.
Assessmentwill be via a range of written assignments and practical assessments, reports, in-class tests, formal examinations, presentations and group discussions. You will compile a portfolio of skills developed during practical sessions.
Possible Progression(subject to availability)- BSc (Hons) Applied Animal Health (Level 6 only) at Duchy College, Stoke Climsland. - BSc (Hons) Animal Conservation Science final year at Plymouth University- BSc (Hons) Applied Zoology (top-up) at Newquay- BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour & Welfare final two years at Plymouth University- BSc (Hons) Biological Sciences final year at Plymouth University
Possible Careers- Animal Nutritionist- Animal Health Inspector- Animal Technician or Welfare Officer- Epidemiologist- Veterinary Pharmaceuticals- Veterinary Practice Management- Veterinary Scientist- Wildlife Biologist- Zookeeper, Curator or Manager
Learner and Pastoral SupportWe pride ourselves on our student focused, friendly and supportive environment. Our dedicated support team are available for regular or ad hoc 1:1 learning or pastoral support needs.
Exam type
A levelA level:
DD Grades / Points required
Scottish Higher:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
UCAS Tariff:
48 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:
24 Grades / Points required
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017):
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016):
PPP Grades / Points required
48 tariff points to include at least 32 from A2 level qualification/s.
A minimum of 48 tariff points in total from appropriate subjects
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pass Access to HE with at least 45 credits at level 3. Merits and Distinctions may be required for particular subjects.
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
A minimum of 48 tariff points in total from appropriate subjects
In an appropriate subject
Students living in
England
£8,600 per year
Students from England
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£8,600 per year
Students from Scotland
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£8,600 per year
Students from Wales
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£8,600 per year
Students from Northern Ireland
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£16,500 per year
Students from Channel Islands
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£8,600 per year
Students from EU
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£16,500 per year
Students from International
£16500 Per year