Course Overview

The HND in Animal Management is a vocational programme designed to cover practical, theoretical and ethical aspects of the management of animals.

The course structure has been selected to provide a relevant learning environment and opportunities to meet the needs of local and regional students. It has been designed to either enable learners to progress to a related degree programme or to make a direct entry to employment through the acquisition of practical skills and relevant underpinning knowledge. These skills will be put to the test during a variety of visits, work placements and trips including residentials in both the UK and Europe.

You will learn through:

  • Lectures
  • Practical work in animal units
  • Field trips
  • Tutor led tutorials
  • Laboratory work
  • External visits
  • Independent learning, study and research

What You Will Study

  • Biological Principles
  • Research Project
  • Anthrozoology
  • Evolution and Adaptations
  • Genetics and Breeding
  • Wildlife Conservation
  • Work Experience
  • Attendance Expectations

    16 hours per week over three days.

  • How You Will Be Assessed
    • Essays and reports
    • Exams
    • Laboratory reports
    • Observations
    • Presentations
    • Practical work and tests
    • Reflective accounts and critical analysis
    • Research projects
    • Time constrained assignments
  • Entry Requirements

    HNC Animal Management (Behaviour and Welfare)

    This should be supported by GCSEs at Grade 9-4 (or equivalent) in English, Maths and Science.

  • Fee Information

    £7,400

  • Further Study

    Upon successful completion of their studies students may choose to progress to university to further their studies by enrolling onto a top-up degree programme.

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