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Animal Science, FdSc

Nottingham Trent University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

You’ll explore the science of artificial insemination, understand how to train pets with behavioral problems and learn the depth associated with the various streams of knowledge within the animal industry. Whether you’re the next Dog Whisperer or decide to go into the general science industry with a role at a pharmacy giant like Pfizer, our team of expert academics will prepare you for your next step.

From day one, the course embeds crucial competencies and transferrable skills required to work in real-world hands-on roles, moving away from the more traditional theoretical learning style. Our graduates have gone on to work as Animal Welfare Officers, Animal Technicians, and Laboratory Technicians, to name a few. There are a host of other exciting roles for you to explore as a result of choosing this degree. Pursuing a foundation degree increases the practical elements you’ll get involved in while providing you with an assortment of work, volunteering, and hands-on experiences, without compromising on learning quality. Come to us with a hunger to succeed and we’ll provide you with the practical skills and know-how to achieve, empowering you to apply for the roles you dream about doing for real.

General Eligibility

UK Students:

  • 64 UCAS Tariff points from three qualifications, including an A-level Science subject grade D or equivalent.

  • GCSE English, Maths, and Science grade C / 4.

For this course, we accept the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Human Biology, Zoology, and Psychology.

International Student:

  • 64 UCAS Tariff points from three qualifications, including an A-level Science subject grade D or equivalent.

  • GCSE English, Maths, and Science grade C / 4.

For this course, we accept the following Science subjects: Biology, Chemistry, Physics, Human Biology, Zoology, and Psychology.

International qualifications

We accept qualifications from all over the world – check yours here: https://www.ntu.ac.uk/international/study-and-courses/your-application/entry-requirements-by-country

Part Time Work Details

20 hours work permit for international students

What You'll Study

1 Year 1
  • Pathogen Biology

  • Animal Behaviour and Management

  • Animal Physiology

  • Nutrition Principles

  • Animal Reproduction and Genetics

2 Year 2

This is a placement year for students on the three-year course

3 Year 3
  • Animal Nutritional Health

  • Disease Control and Epidemiology

  • Applied Animal Breeding

  • Animal Cognition and Training

  • Professional Development

  • Research Skills

Language Requirement

  • IELTS6.5
  • TOEFL74
  • PTE59

Accepted qualifications:

  • IELTS Academic

  • TOEFL iBT, including ‘Home Edition' - We accept the online test as well

  • IGCSE

  • Cambridge

  • Oxford

  • Pearson Test of English

  • International/European Baccalaureate

  • A/O level

  • Trinity College ISE

  • KITE - We accept the online test as well

  • Various country qualifications

6.0 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component

This requirement is for Year One entry only. If you're starting in Year Two or final year you'll need a higher grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component

Ready to get started?

For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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