Animal Science with Management

University Centre Askham Bryan
Undergraduate FdSc Full-time 2 Years Agriculture and related sciences

UCAS Points

64 points

About this course

Delve into the dynamic world of animal science and management with our comprehensive Foundation Degree programme, designed to unlock a multitude of career opportunities. Whether your passion lies in animal welfare, education, companion animals, or beyond, this course equips you with the foundational knowledge and practical skills needed to excel in the diverse animal industry.

You will be exposed to the fundamentals of animal husbandry, welfare, behaviour, physiology, conservation and management, guided by expert academics dedicated to your success. This course is not just about theory; our programme places a strong emphasis on skill development, from honing essential communication, IT, and teamwork abilities to mastering practical skills such as animal handling, health assessment, and behaviour evaluation. This programme offers students the opportunity to study a range of animal species.

You will have the opportunity to immerse yourself in real-world learning experiences through work placements, where you'll gain invaluable on-the-job training which could further enhance your employability. Whether you're training animals, designing animal accommodations, or assessing animal welfare and husbandry these placements can provide a crucial bridge between classroom learning and professional practice.

Your learning would also be facilitated through access to a range of range of on-site resources, including a BIAZA accredited Wildlife Park, Equestrian Centre, Commercial Farm and a Science Centre with specialist laboratories.

This course is 2-years full time (part-time study may also be available – contact he@askham-bryan.ac.uk for more information about part-time study).

This programme is awarded by Askham Bryan College.

Entry Requirements

UCAS Tariff Points 64 points

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

3111 Laboratory technicians
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
2112 Biological scientists
1212 Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services
3240 Veterinary nurses

Course Details

Qualification
Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
York
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Agriculture and related sciences