University Centre Bishop Burton
UCAS Code: AA24 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)
Entry requirements
You will need to have an appropriate subject relevant HND or Level 5 qualification, ideally within animal training, behaviour and/or management. Other programmes can also be considered. You will need an appropriate academic reference. Life and / or experience of non-traditional students will be taken into account when considering applications. The successful completion of an entry task may be required when considering applications without the required formal entry qualifications.
About this course
Are you interested in animal behaviour and studying in an applied manner? Do you already have a subject-relevant Level 5 qualification or equivalent? If so, our BSc in Applied Animal Behaviour and Training (Top-up) is for you.
Utilising a wide range of animals, our flexible learning environment will allow you to apply the knowledge you use to practical situations across a range of disciplines.
Your academic curriculum will be supported by our extensive practical facilities. The Animal Management Centre houses a wide range of animals including primates, exotic and small mammals, reptiles, birds, invertebrates and fish. In addition, you will have access to Bishop Burton’s licensed boarding kennels and grooming parlour, a working farm with a variety of livestock and a large equine yard housing over 80 horses.
**Modules Year 1:**
Advanced Animal Training
Animal Communication
Consulting in Animal Behaviour Management
Final Project
**Learning and Teaching Approach**
We utilise a range of teaching approaches to ensure inclusivity. Our theory lectures are student focused, delivering the core content and providing you with underpinning knowledge.
To complement these, group seminars are used to reinforce concepts, allowing you to apply the theory utilising our extensive resources (including our Animal Management Centre, farm, laboratory) embedding industry skills and graduate attributes.
Guest lecturers and visiting specialists will supplement your learning by sharing their industry skills and knowledge, demonstrating how you would apply your learning within industry. This ensures that you have the latest knowledge for your field of study.
Field trips will further enhance your learning and provide you with the opportunity to apply theory in the field.
We take a student-centred approach to enhance your independent learning that takes place outside the classroom. This programme centres around in-person lecturing with the use of blended learning to support learning opportunities, such as facilitating international guest speakers.
**What is the contact time?**
Approximately 9 hours a week to include lectures, seminars, practicals and tutorials. Students are also expected to carry out a significant amount of private study in addition to contact time (25-30 hours a week).
Students can expect to receive their timetables during induction week.
**Progression**
Graduates may choose to progress to the MSc Applied Animal Behaviour and Training or MSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare which are available via blended learning at University Centre Bishop Burton.
Assessment methods
Assessment includes written assignments, seminars, poster presentations, training practical, practical reports and demonstrations. There are no formal examinations.
Opportunities for feedback on assessments are available prior to the final submission to support your development and achievement. Staff aim to return assessed work within a 20-working day timeframe (not including holidays) so that you can most benefit from the feedback.
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