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Foundation Degree
Newquay University Centre Cornwall College
Full Time
SEP
3 years
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Foundation Degree
Newquay University Centre Cornwall College
Full time
SEP
3 years
Select a subject
The programme is for students interested in working with animals, for example in a zoo, on a farm or with companion animals. Applicants wishing to increase their knowledge in areas such as animal behaviour, training, nutrition, welfare and biology and those interested in improving their practical skills and experience with a range of animals, will benefit from this programme. This course provides the opportunity for students to develop a range of skills that would allow them to move into the animal care or training sector working with animals throughout our society with optional modules to allow for program tailoring to personal interests.
Students will be taught by experienced and passionate lecturers and will learn contemporary techniques for the husbandry and training of animals to a high welfare standard informed by the latest research. Our small community learning environment allows staff to provide a bespoke experience for students to allow them to develop in the field of their choice. Through our classroom-based teaching, the college group’s own animal collections and partnerships with the Wild Planet Trust’s Newquay Zoo and Prickles and Paws rehabilitation centre it provides the practical experience, skills and knowledge required for managing companion, zoo, farm, wild and rescued animals. The programme offers a series of modules to develop skills in many areas of animal care, animal welfare and animal behaviour and training. Alongside our partnerships we visit a number of training facilities and animal collections nationally and internationally to allow students to evaluate best practice for the training and husbandry of animals in our care.
Our close association with industry partners allows us to provide industry active instructors on our modules and opportunities for industry relevant experience. We pride ourselves in supporting students through industry experience during their degree, giving them on the ground experience in the sector.
The FdSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare, with Science Gateway is ideal if you would like to study for a Foundation Degrees (FdSc), but do not have the right qualifications or grades to do so. The Science Gateway will prepare you for success on our FdSc programmes by helping you develop your knowledge in relevant areas of biology and chemistry, your practical skills, and your academic study skills.
Assessment
Mix of Coursework, Exam and Practical
Progression
Exam type
A levelA level:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
UCAS Tariff:
64 Grades / Points required
Access to HE Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
GCSE/National 4/National 5:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma:
Not currently available, please contact university for up to date information.
Entry requirements: Students need Functional Skills, GCSE (or equivalent), L2 Literacy and L2 Numeracy, Minimum of Grade C/grade 4 in Maths, English Language and Science, AS/A Levels, 64 UCAS tariff points to include A2 level in appropriate subjects, BTEC National Diploma/Extended Diploma, BTEC L3 Diploma, BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, City & Guilds (land based) L3 Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Advanced Technical Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) 90 Credit Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points - MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, Access to HE Diploma.
Entry requirements: Students need Functional Skills, GCSE (or equivalent), L2 Literacy and L2 Numeracy, Minimum of Grade C/grade 4 in Maths, English Language and Science, AS/A Levels, 64 UCAS tariff points to include A2 level in appropriate subjects, BTEC National Diploma/Extended Diploma, BTEC L3 Diploma, BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, City & Guilds (land based) L3 Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Advanced Technical Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) 90 Credit Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points - MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, Access to HE Diploma.
Entry requirements: Students need Functional Skills, GCSE (or equivalent), L2 Literacy and L2 Numeracy, Minimum of Grade C/grade 4 in Maths, English Language and Science, AS/A Levels, 64 UCAS tariff points to include A2 level in appropriate subjects, BTEC National Diploma/Extended Diploma, BTEC L3 Diploma, BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, City & Guilds (land based) L3 Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Advanced Technical Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) 90 Credit Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points - MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, Access to HE Diploma.
Entry requirements: Students need Functional Skills, GCSE (or equivalent), L2 Literacy and L2 Numeracy, Minimum of Grade C/grade 4 in Maths, English Language and Science, AS/A Levels, 64 UCAS tariff points to include A2 level in appropriate subjects, BTEC National Diploma/Extended Diploma, BTEC L3 Diploma, BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, City & Guilds (land based) L3 Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Advanced Technical Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) 90 Credit Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points - MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, Access to HE Diploma.
Entry requirements: Students need Functional Skills, GCSE (or equivalent), L2 Literacy and L2 Numeracy, Minimum of Grade C/grade 4 in Maths, English Language and Science, AS/A Levels, 64 UCAS tariff points to include A2 level in appropriate subjects, BTEC National Diploma/Extended Diploma, BTEC L3 Diploma, BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, City & Guilds (land based) L3 Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Advanced Technical Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) 90 Credit Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points - MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, Access to HE Diploma.
Entry requirements: Students need Functional Skills, GCSE (or equivalent), L2 Literacy and L2 Numeracy, Minimum of Grade C/grade 4 in Maths, English Language and Science, AS/A Levels, 64 UCAS tariff points to include A2 level in appropriate subjects, BTEC National Diploma/Extended Diploma, BTEC L3 Diploma, BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, City & Guilds (land based) L3 Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) Advanced Technical Extended Diploma, City & Guilds (land based) 90 Credit Diploma, 64 UCAS tariff points – MM grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points - MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 64 UCAS tariff points – MPP grades in an appropriate subject, 72 UCAS tariff points – in an appropriate subject and considered only for mature students or exceptional circumstances, Access to HE Diploma.
Students living in
England
£9,250 per year
Students from England
This is the fee you pay if you live within England. Please note, this fee has been confirmed.
Students from International
For International Students: The Cornwall College Group is not licenced to provide student visas and is therefore not able to take applications from students who require a student visa to study in the UK.
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