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Animal Management with Science (top-up)

University Centre Askham Bryan

UCAS Code: D300 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

University Centre Askham Bryan

UCAS Code: D300 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

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About this course

Course option

1year

Full-time | 2025

Subjects

Animal management

Animal science

Zoology

Unlock the next level of your career with our dynamic one-year BSc Honours top-up program. Designed for those already holding a Foundation Degree, HND, or an equivalent qualification, this program is your gateway to the animal management industry.

Dive into a curriculum tailored to broaden your understanding and skill set, helping to make you a prime candidate for a variety of roles in the animal-related sectors. Whether your passion lies in animal husbandry and management or applied animal sciences.
Continue your educational journey with emphasises practical skills in animal health and management across a spectrum of species. This programme can expand knowledge from your previous studies focusing on more advances in animal husbandry and issues within the animal industry while allowing you to study a range of animal industries.

You could elevate your potential with a practical approach, applying what you learn in real-world scenarios and advancing your studies with a research project that could open doors to publication and beyond. This can be more than a degree, by acting as a stepping stone to a fulfilling career and an opportunity to make a difference in the world of animal management.

This is 'top up route' of a BSc honours degree for those who already hold a level 5 qualification e.g. Foundation Degree, HND or equivalent qualification.

This course is 1-year full time (part-time study may also be available – contact [email protected] for more information about part-time study).

This programme is awarded by Harper Adams University.

Modules

Core Modules
Research Project
Sustainable Development in the Animal Industry
Enclosure Design and Stock Management
Recent Advances in Animal Management

*Elective Modules (Choose 1)
Zoo Management
Marine Conservation
Wildlife Disease and Population Management
*We cannot guarantee placement on your preferred elective if the module does not meet the minimum enrolment requirements or is oversubscribed due to resource limitations.

Assessment methods

University Centre Askham Bryan fosters diverse talents and skills through a range of engaging assessment methods tailored to hone industry standard subject skills, as well as transferable skills and graduate attributes. From traditional coursework to time-constrained assessments that sharpen quick thinking, with each assessment opportunity you can showcase your abilities. Engage in online assessments blending technology with information for adaptable problem-solving. Whilst presentations amplify your voice, and scholarly viva-voce discussions deepen understanding. Practical assessments bridge theory with real-world application, helping to shape your subject expertise. With our varied approach, learning isn't just about meeting standards—it's about discovering your potential within an educational landscape.

Tuition fees

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England
£9,000
per year
EU
£14,000
per year
International
£14,000
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,000
per year
Scotland
£9,000
per year
Wales
£9,000
per year

The Uni

Course location:

Main Campus

Department:

School of Science

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What students say

We've crunched the numbers to see if overall student satisfaction here is high, medium or low compared to students studying this subject(s) at other universities.

72%
Animal management
77%
Animal science

How do students rate their degree experience?

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Agriculture

Teaching and learning

78%
Staff make the subject interesting
89%
Staff are good at explaining things
67%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
61%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

83%
Library resources
83%
IT resources
83%
Course specific equipment and facilities
67%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Animal science

Teaching and learning

78%
Staff make the subject interesting
80%
Staff are good at explaining things
75%
Ideas and concepts are explored in-depth
82%
Opportunities to apply what I've learned

Assessment and feedback

Feedback on work has been timely
Feedback on work has been helpful
Staff are contactable when needed
Good advice available when making study choices

Resources and organisation

77%
Library resources
85%
IT resources
77%
Course specific equipment and facilities
64%
Course is well organised and has run smoothly

Student voice

Staff value students' opinions
Feel part of a community on my course

Zoology

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Animal science

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