Animal Science FdSc
Coleg Sir Gar
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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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Pibwrlwyd Campus

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SEP-25

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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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The Foundation Degree in Animal Science is validated by the University of Wales Trinity Saint David, Carmarthen. It is delivered at the colleges 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 ...Read more

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.

Progression & Employment

The programme enables students to develop a range of skills which transfer easily to the world of work. Employment routes can include: Zoo Keepers, Animal Nursing Assistants, Pet Retail Managers, Conservation Managers, Animal Technicians, Animal Nutritionist, Animal Breeders, Small Holding Management, Marine Management, Animal Rescue Workers, Reserch / Laboritory workers, DEFRA / Local Government / Welfare Officers, Kennel and Cattery Managers, Charity Workers, Teaching.

The course allows progression onto the BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour & Welfare (at Level 6) and applications onto our BSc (Hons) Veterinary Nursing Programme, in addition to other honours programmes delivered at other institutions.

Programme Assessment

Each module is individually assessed. The programme uses a range of assessment methods so that all students are given opportunities to demonstrate their strengths and in order to promote their graduate key skills. Assessment methods include examinations, written reports, research projects, practical assessments, essays and presentations.

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40 Grades / Points required

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Scotland

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£9,000 per year

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Students from Wales

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This is the fee you pay if you live within Wales. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.

£9,000 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£11,000 per year

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£11000 Per year

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Coleg Sir Gar
Pibwrlwyd Carmarthen Carmarthenshire SA31 2NH United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Carmarthen  0.4 miles away

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