Animal Management
The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Animal Management is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the Animal Management sector and adapt to a constantly changing world.
| Award Name | BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Pearson |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 | Pearson |
Duration
2 years full-time.
Contact Hours
16.75 hours contact time to include practical classes, lectures, workshops or tutorials.
Mandatory Additional Study Maximum of 3 hours per week average over the academic year.
Personal Study 22 hours maximum studying and preparing assessments in your own time per week, including use of online materials.
Year 2 requires students to complete 80 hours of work placement.
This is a 2-Year Programme and course fees are payable in each year of the course.
Entry Requirements
General Entry Requirements
The general entry requirements below identify the minimum qualifications needed to apply for the programme. Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis on application. You are required to upload a copy of your qualification certificates to show how you meet the entry requirements for the programme prior to enrolment. Applications will also require successful completion of the admissions process.
A minimum of 64 UCAS points including: At least one A Level pass preferably in an appropriate subject (e.g. Biology) OR Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management or Applied Science (MPP = 64 UCAS Points).
Accreditation of Prior Learning
Alternatively, you can provide evidence of your ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process, either through Accredited Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL). Further details on APL can be found in the HE Admissions section of our website and the HE Accreditation of Prior Learning SOP.
Careers / Further progression
Where will it take me?
This course is designed to prepare students for a career in the animal industry or progression to related degree programmes, normally at second year of entry.
How will it make me more employable?
The HND in Animal Management provides a Nationally Recognised Qualification offering career progression and professional development for those already in employment and provides opportunities to progress to Higher Education.
Along with the vocational skills you will also develop employability skills through workshops such as teamwork, innovation and problem solving.
You are encouraged to take up work experience in a relevant animal related workplace.
It is the responsibility of the student to organise this work experience.
Further information
Start Date: 02/09/2024.
Bangor Campus
15
£2700.00. As part of the course you will be expected to participate in a field trip which will incur a maximum cost of (£100). Please note, course fees are payable in each year of the programme.
Year: 2024/25.
Applications are now open for 2024.
Visit apply.serc.ac.uk and apply online (see "Application Weblink").
The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Animal Management is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the Animal Management sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them. This programme is delivered using a range of on-campus and online synchronous and asynchronous approaches.
Course Structure
Modules studied in year 1 include:
The qualification aims to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake it.
Animal Health and Welfare
Business and the Business Environment
Managing a Successful Project (Pearson set)
Animal Behaviour in Society
Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Ecological Principles
Management of Exotic Animal Species
Animal Collection Management
Upon successful completion students will progress on to year 2 of the programme where they will study further modules including:
Biological Principles
Research Project (Pearson set)
and optional modules from the following:
Anthrozoology
Evolution and Adaptations
Advanced Patient Care
Equine Health and Disease
Therapy and Rehabilitation
Animal Breeding and Genetics
Management of Animal Boarding Establishments
Wildlife Conservation
Sustainable Practices
Work Experience (80 Hours of placement)
Students are assessed using a range of different methods.
These include time constrained assignments, coursework, Project Based Learning, presentations, practical, posters, leaflets, role-play, and case studies.
This is dependent on the requirements of each unit of study. Oral, written and online feedback will be provided during your course to help improve and monitor performance.
South Eastern Regional College
Bangor Campus
Castle Park Road
Co Down
BT20 4TD
Email: info@serc.ac.uk
Phone: 0345 600 7555