Overview
The UK animal industry consists of a very large number of increasingly diverse enterprises, each demanding different knowledge and skills. Despite this diversity, success within the industry requires practical competence and commercial awareness.
What you'll study
A wide range of species are available to enable students to gain sound practical animal husbandry skills, which are then complemented by Animal Management (Hons) course from Writtle University College, that covers topics such as nutrition, breeding, health and behaviour. These will be combined with a deeper understanding of business and trade as it relates to the animal sector.
In the second and third years of the course, students have a choice of specialist modules allowing them to concentrate their knowledge in line with a specific group of animal species.
Employment Details
This list of careers below are those that graduates from this programme have been successful in.
- Animal nutritionist
- Nutrition company sales rep
- Veterinary pharmaceutical and equipment supplies
- Animal Welfare Officer
- RSPCA
- Progression to Vet School
- Post-graduate study
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Animal Biology
- Ethics of Animal Use
- Animals in Society
- Animal Husbandry
- Ecology and Evolution
- Principles of Nutrition
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 36 months
- Part-time
- 72 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Health Administration Animal Sciences Ecology View 154 other Bachelors in Ecology in United KingdomAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- UCAS Tariff Points: 96
- GCE A Levels: 96 UCAS tariff points, to include one GCE A level grade C or above
- Irish Certificate: 96 UCAS tariff points, to include 4 x H3 higher, one of which in a relevant science-based subject
- Scottish Highers: 96 UCAS tariff points, to include 3 x B
- International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma: Total (IB) Diploma point score of 24 or more
- Proof of qualifications and grades
- A personal statement or statement of purpose
- An academic reference
- Proof of your level of English Language
- A letter from your sponsor guaranteeing your financial support
- A copy of the photograph page from your passport.
- Photocopy of your visa or Biometric Immigration Document if you are already in the UK
Tuition Fee
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International
13335 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 13335 GBP per year during 36 months. -
National
9250 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 9250 GBP per year during 36 months.
Living costs for Chelmsford
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Bachelor's scholarship opportunities for Animal Management (Hons).
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.