Animal Management (Equine Management)
Entry requirements
A level
A typical offer will include; a biology/science discipline, applicants will be able to demonstrate their understanding of the Anatomy and Physiology. Applicants may be asked to provide a written assignment to demonstrate knowledge in Animal/Equine anatomy as part of their interview.
Access to HE Diploma
A typical offer will include; a biology/science discipline, applicants will be able to demonstrate their understanding of the Anatomy and Physiology. Applicants may be asked to provide a written assignment to demonstrate knowledge in Animal/Equine anatomy as part of their interview.
GCSE/National 4/National 5
GCSE at grades C or above are required in English Language and Mathematics
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
Students must have their primary subject related to this course. A typical offer will include; a biology/science discipline, applicants will be able to demonstrate their understanding of the Anatomy and Physiology. Applicants may be asked to provide a written assignment to demonstrate knowledge in Animal/Equine anatomy as part of their interview.
OCR Cambridge Technical Extended Diploma
A typical offer will include studies of the Animal Discipline and of the Anatomy & Physiology. Applicants may be asked to provide a written assignment to demonstrate knowledge in Animal/Equine anatomy as part of their interview.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
A typical offer will include studies of the Animal Discipline and of the Anatomy & Physiology. Applicants may be asked to provide a written assignment to demonstrate knowledge in Animal/Equine anatomy as part of their interview.
Scottish Higher
A typical offer will include; a biology/science discipline, applicants will be able to demonstrate their understanding of the Anatomy and Physiology. Applicants may be asked to provide a written assignment to demonstrate knowledge in Animal/Equine anatomy as part of their interview.
UCAS Tariff
All students complete an Interview. A typical offer will include; a biology/science discipline, applicants will be able to demonstrate their understanding of the Anatomy and Physiology. Applicants may be asked to provide a written assignment to demonstrate knowledge in Animal/Equine anatomy as part of their interview.
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About this course
This HND in Equine Management is your blueprint to working in the equine industry. If you are preparing for a career in the equine industry such as yard
management, nutritionist, pharmaceuticals or the final year of an honours degree then this course is for you.
Successful completion of the course also allows you to enter the equine industry or further studies at University.
Special Features include small group sizes ensure you get the support you need to succeed and excellent practical opportunities with a variety of horses in our animal centres. Students on this course will have the opportunity to work on the fully equipped animal centres, including the equine centre, farm and make use of the on-site laboratory facilities.
You will be taught by nurturing and experts lecturers through a variety of assessment methods to include group and individual assignments, presentations, practical assessments and case studies. You will also have access to HE development session to build your skills and realise your potential.
There is optional trips with the Student Union of the Chichester Collee Group. Recent examples include Greece, to view game and learn about conservation or to visit a safari and work with the local community, e.g. Kenya.
At the end of the course, you will have the opportunity to celebrate your achievement with a full graduation ceremony.
Modules
You will benefit from a comprehensive programme of academic study skills throughout the course and will work in a supervisory capacity on the equine yard.
Year 1 Modules include; Animal Health and Welfare, Research Project, Animal Nutrition, Anatomy and Physiology, Business Environment, Horse Husbandry, Equine facilities, and Horse Human interactions.
Year 2 Modules include; Biological Principles, Breeding and Genetics, Evolution and Adaptations, Research Project, Work Experience, Equine Health and Disease, Therapy and Rehabilitation.
Assessment methods
You will be taught both in a classroom setting and in the animal and equine centre. You will also be expected to undertake self-directed research. Learners will complete fieldwork and enjoy participating in a number of trips and visits. You will be assessed through a mixture of written assignments and reports, poster and oral presentations, practical assessments, discussions and debates. There will also be an externally set assessment both in year 1 and year 2. This is set by Pearsons (BTEC) the awarding body for the qualifications.
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