PROGRAMME QUALITY HANDBOOK FDSC ANIMAL HUSBANDRY & WELFARE - ACADEMIC YEAR 2019-2020
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Plymouth University
Academic Partnerships
CORNWALL COLLEGE (Newquay)
Programme Quality Handbook
FdSc Animal Husbandry & Welfare
Academic Year 2019-2020
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)PROGRAMME
SPECIFICATION
Programme Title: FdSc Animal Husbandry & Welfare
University of Plymouth Programme Code: FT 6628 PT 6629
Partner Faculty: Academic Partnerships, University of Plymouth
Partner Delivering Institution: Cornwall College, Newquay
Start Date: September 2019
First Award Date: FT July 2021-22 PT July 2022-23
Date of Approval: 14 May 2019
Date(s) of Revision(s) to this Document: 23 Jan 2019/March 2019/April
19/June 19/10 July 19/19 July 19/6 Aug 19/5 Sept 19
1. Contents
1. Contents .................................................................................................................................... 2
2. Programme Details .................................................................................................................... 3
3. Distinctive Features of the programme and the Student Experience .......................................... 3
4. Programme Structure ................................................................................................................ 4
5. Programme Aims ....................................................................................................................... 6
6. Programme Intended Learning Outcomes .................................................................................. 6
7. Progression criteria for final and intermediate awards ............................................................... 7
8. Non Standard Regulations – N/A................................................................................................ 8
9. Transitional Arrangement .......................................................................................................... 8
10. Admissions Criteria, including APCL, APEL and DAS arrangements ............................................. 9
11. Appendix 1 – Programme Specification Mapping (UG)............................................................. 11
12. Appendix 2 – Work Based Learning Mapping (WBL) ................................................................ 12
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)2. Programme Details
Awarding Institution: University of Plymouth
Partner/Teaching Institution: Cornwall College
Accrediting Body: N/A
Language of Study: English
Mode of Study: Full Time and Part Time
Final Award Title: FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare
Intermediate Award Title: N/A
UCAS Code: D301
HECoS Code: 100522, 100523, 100936
Relevant QAA Benchmark Groups: The programme has been informed utilising the
following:
Framework for Higher Education Qualifications
(FHEQ)
Biosciences (Nov 2015)
The programme has also been designed using
the Foundation Degree Characteristics
Statement
Date of Programme Approval: 14 May 2019
3. Distinctive Features of the programme and the Student Experience
The FdSc in Animal Husbandry and Welfare is for students interested in working with animals, for
example in a zoo, on a farm or with companion animals. A particular strength is the close
involvement of Newquay Zoo, which sits next to the Centre for Applied Zoology at Cornwall College
Newquay’s Trenance Park site. Education, Research and Keeping staff have been involved in
developing the programme, and contribute to delivery of teaching, as well as providing
opportunities for practical work experience and work-related activities in several modules.
The programme provides:
Experiences of current practice in a modern working Zoo at Newquay
Opportunities to develop practical skills and experiences through interactions with a range
of animal collections, rehabilitation centres, veterinary settings and agricultural contexts,
including the College’s own animal collections and farms.
Skills and knowledge required for managing companion, zoo, farm, wild and rescued animals
An academic underpinning in the fields of animal nutrition, health, welfare and biology.
A lecturing team who currently work in veterinary practice and livestock farming; and have
experience in zoo keeping, wildlife rehabilitation and exhibit management.
Teaching and practical experience which ensures that the animal care practices feed directly
from current and emerging industry practice.
Authenticity from teaching which complements and support the direct input students
receive from partners such as Newquay Zoo.
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)4. Programme Structure
Academic Year 2019-2020 University of Plymouth Programme Code 6628
Programme Title FdSc Animal Husbandry & Mode of Attendance FT
Welfare
Course Duration 2 Years
FHEQ level: 4 For: FdSc Animal Husbandry & Welfare
F/T Route Year When in Year? (I.e. Autumn, Spring etc.) Core or Option Module Credits Module
FT - 1 All Year Core 20 CORN1002 Diversity, Classification and Evolution
FT - 1 All Year Core 20 CORN1004 Animal Nutrition
FT - 1 All Year Core 20 CORN1003 Health and Welfare of Animals
FT - 1 All Year Core 20 CORN1005 Key Professional Skills
FT - 1 All Year Core 20 CORN1006 Fundamentals of Animal Behaviour
FT - 1 All Year Core 20 CORN1000 Fundamentals of Biology
FHEQ level: 5 For: FdSc Animal Husbandry & Welfare
F/T Route Year When in Year? (I.e. Autumn, Spring etc.) Core or Option Module Credits Module
FT - 2 All Year Core 20 NQS219 Individual Research Project
FT - 2 All Year Core 20 CORN2010 Animal Breeding and Conservation Genetics
FT - 2 All Year Core 20 CORN2011 Animal Disease
FT - 2 All Year Core 20 CORN2013 Zoo Exhibit Management in Practice
FT - 2 All Year Core 20 CORN2014 Husbandry of Captive Vertebrates
FT - 2 All Year Core 20 CORN2015 Husbandry and Conservation of Aquatic Organisms
NB: No optional module will run with less than 6 students. Any exception to this will need to be agreed with the relevant Cluster Director.
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)Academic Year 2019-2020 University of Plymouth Programme Code 6629
Programme Title FdSc Animal Husbandry & Welfare Mode of Attendance PT Indicative
Course Duration 3 Years
FHEQ LEVEL 4 PART TIME (INDICATIVE) - FdSc Animal Husbandry & Welfare
P/T Route Year When in Year? (I.e. Autumn, Spring etc.) Core or Option Module Credits Module
PT - 1 All Year Core 20 CORN1004 Animal Nutrition
PT - 1 All Year Core 20 CORN1005 Key Professional Skills
PT - 1 All Year Core 20 CORN1006 Fundamentals of Animal Behaviour
PT - 1 All Year Core 20 CORN1000 Fundamentals of Biology
FHEQ LEVEL 4/5 PART TIME (INDICATIVE) - FdSc Animal Husbandry & Welfare
P/T Route Year When in Year? (I.e. Autumn, Spring etc.) Core or Option Module Credits Module
PT - 2 All Year Core Level 4 20 CORN1002 Diversity, Classification and Evolution
PT - 2 All Year Core Level 4 20 CORN1003 Health and Welfare of Animals
PT - 2 All Year Core level 5 20 CORN2010 Animal Breeding and Conservation Genetics
PT - 2 All Year Core level 5 20 CORN2014 Husbandry of Captive Vertebrates
FHEQ LEVEL 5 PART TIME (INDICATIVE) - FdSc Animal Husbandry & Welfare
P/T Route Year When in Year? (I.e. Autumn, Spring etc.) Core or Option Module Credits Module
PT - 3 All Year Core 20 NQS219 Individual Research Project
PT - 3 All Year Core 20 CORN2013 Zoo Exhibit Management in Practice
PT - 3 All Year Core 20 CORN2011 Animal Disease
PT - 3 All Year Core 20 CORN2015 Husbandry and Conservation of Aquatic Organisms
NB: No optional module will run with less than 6 students. Any exception to this will need to be agreed with the relevant Cluster Director.
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)5. Programme Aims
1. Offer a broad, relevant and contemporary curriculum which promotes an understanding of
animal husbandry and zoological sciences.
2. Provide the opportunity for students to develop field and laboratory based practical skills
through experiential and contextualised learning within the natural and captive animal
environments.
3. To promote an understanding of animal welfare and develop the skills to apply this to captive
populations.
4. To discuss the impacts of captivity on animals, and strategies to mitigate and manage these
impacts.
5. To produce graduates with a varied skill set relevant to employment within the national and
international animal husbandry sector including academic research skills, critical analysis, and
an ability to assess and appraise data gathered both in the field and through scientific
literature.
6. To develop key transferable skills essential for employment in the animal husbandry sector and
related industries through applied teaching and work-based learning including team work,
problem solving, project management and communication.
6. Programme Intended Learning Outcomes
6.1 Programme Intended Learning Outcomes (ILO)
Knowledge and Understanding
On successful completion graduates will have developed
a) An understanding of core biological principles at cellular and whole organism level
b) A knowledge of the underlying theories of animal behaviour
c) A knowledge of the taxonomy and diversity of animals and other living organisms, with
understanding of biodiversity conservation imperatives.
6.2 Cognitive and intellectual skills
On successful completion graduates will have developed
a) The ability to evaluate impacts of captivity on animal health & welfare
b) The ability to synthesise and critically evaluate relevant literature, problem solve and reflect on
their personal and professional practice.
c) The ability to propose and conduct independent hypothesis-driven scientific research.
6.3 Key and transferable skills
On successful completion graduates will have developed the ability to:
a) Analyse and interpret numerical data
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)b) Appraise, summarise and communicate information from the literature and alternative
media/forms of information
c) Work both autonomously and within a team.
6.4 Employment related skills
On successful completion graduates will have developed
a) Capacity to engage with a network of stakeholders in the animal collections and conservation
sectors
b) The ability to seek and prepare for employment opportunities in the animal husbandry sector
and related industries
c) The capacity to reflect on work experiences apply this to their own career plan
6.5 Practical Skills
On successful completion graduates will have developed
a) Capacity to contribute to the care and management of animals in captivity in line with
contemporary safe and healthy professional practices.
b) An understanding of animal ethics and of how to assess animal welfare in a variety of settings.
c) Skills for presenting and communicating information in a variety of media, including the use of
recent and emerging technologies.
7. Progression criteria for final and intermediate awards
Approved “progression route(s)” are those where successful achievement in this programme enables
direct alignment to join a stage of another programme. This is an approach employed primarily for
Foundation Degree students to “top-up” to complete a Bachelor degree, but may be employed for
other award types.
This is in part an automated admissions criterion and therefore progression may be impacted on by
availability of a position on the progression award; however progression opportunity, if not available
in the first year of application, is guaranteed within 3 years.
Progression arrangements with institutions other than Plymouth University carry an increased
element of risk. It is necessary for the delivering partner institution to obtain formal agreement from
that institution to guarantee progression for existing students on the programme. For progression to
Plymouth University, should there be the need to withdraw the progression route programme(s) then
either this will be delayed to provide progression or appropriate solutions will be found. This
arrangement is guaranteed for existing students that complete their programme of study with no
suspensions or repeat years and who wish to progress immediately to the University.
Progression from this programme will be to one of the following final year programmes:
BSc (Hons) Animal Conservation Science (Level 6) at the University of Plymouth
BSc (Hons) Applied Zoology (Level 6) at the Centre for Applied Zoology, Cornwall College
Newquay
The contribution of marks from prior levels of study to the progression award is governed by
University regulations.
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)8. Non Standard Regulations
N/A
9. Transitional Arrangement
Students entering Level 4 from September 2019 will enrol onto the newly approved version of the
FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare programme. Students progressing from Level 4 to Level 5 from
September 2019 will transfer to the newly approved version of the FdSc Animal Husbandry and
Welfare. All students have confirmed there agreement with the changes and the transition to the
newly approved version of the programme.
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)10. Admissions Criteria, including APCL, APEL and DAS arrangements
Entry Criteria (Qualifications) Details
Functional Skills L2 Literacy and L2 Numeracy
GCSE (or equivalent) Minimum of Grade C/grade 4 in Maths, English
Language and Science (if science based programme)
A/AS Levels 48 UCAS tariff points to include at least 32 points
from A2 level in relevant subjects
BTEC National Diploma/Extended
Diploma/L3 Diploma 48 UCAS tariff points – in a relevant subject
BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/Subsidiary
Diploma* As above in a relevant subject and considered only
with combination of other relevant level 3
qualifications
City & Guilds (land based) Extended 48UCAS tariff points – in a relevant subject
Diploma/ Advanced Technical Extended
Diploma
City & Guilds (land based) L3 Diploma/ 48 UCAS tariff points – in a relevant subject
Subsidiary Diploma/90 Credit Diploma* *Usually accepted only in combination with other
relevant L3 qualifications
Access to HE Diploma Successful completion of Access to HE Diploma with
at least 45 credits at level 3 in a relevant subject
International Baccalaureate 24 points
Scottish/Irish 48 UCAS tariff points to include at least 32 points
from Scottish Advanced Highers/Irish Highers
Other Level 3 qualifications Will be taken into consideration and dependent upon
subject area and number of units studied
Mature Applicants (over 21) Mature applicants with relevant experience but
without the stated entry qualifications will be
considered individually at interview. Where
appropriate applicants may be asked to complete an
entry assignment to assist in ensuring that candidates
are ready for level 4 study.
Accreditation of Prior Learning APL will be considered as per University of Plymouth
Regulations and on an individual basis
Independent Safeguarding Agency Students who will be carrying out work-based
(ISA)/Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) learning where they will be in contact with young
clearance required people under18 or vulnerable adults must be in
receipt of an appropriate DBS. There will be a charge
that will be paid by the student and application needs
to be completed prior to the placement.
Capability statement The College is very supportive of students with
disabilities, and year-on-year we are making
adjustments to assist these students throughout their
studies. On notification of any registered disability or
need for learning support, the Admissions Officer will
notify the Programme Manager and Student Services
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)Entry Criteria (Qualifications) Details
to ensure that applicants are aware of the support
available. Student Services will contact students
about how to apply for support and guide them
through the process to ensure that support is in place
at the start of the academic year. The Programme
Manager should check prior to commencement of the
programme and ensure that appropriate adjustments
are undertaken.
Completing this programme does require a level of
physical fitness and mobility. Where either the
College or the applicant are unsure, TCCG will
institute the ‘Fitness to Study’ procedure in line with
University Regulations.
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)Core Modules Programme Intended Learning Outcomes contributed to (for more information see Section 6) Compensation Assessment Element(s) and weightings
Y/N [use UNISTATs definition]
Knowledge & Cognitive & Key & transferable Employment Practical skills (6.5) E1- exam
understanding (6.1) intellectual skills skills (6.3) related skills (6.4) E2 – clinical exam
(6.2) T1- test
C1- coursework
A1 – generic assessment
a b c a b c a b c a b c a b c
P1 - practical
CORN1006 Fundamentals Y C1 60% T1 40%
Level 4
of Animal Behaviour
CORN1002 Diversity, Y C1 60% T1 40%
Classification and
Evolution
CORN1005 Key Y C1 70% T1 30%
Professional Skills
CORN1003 Health and Y C1 60% P1 40%
Welfare of Animals
CORN1000 Fundamentals Y C1 50% T1 50%
of Biology
CORN1004 Animal Y C1 60% P1 40%
Nutrition
Level 4 LOs
NQS219 Individual Y C1 100%
Level 5
Research Project
CORN2013 Zoo Exhibit Y C1 50% P1 50%
Management in Practice
CORN2010 Animal Y C1 50% E1 50%
Breeding and
Conservation Genetics
CORN2014 Husbandry of Y T1 40% C1 60%
Captive Vertebrates
CORN2015 Husbandry & Y C1 100%
Conservation of Aquatic
Organisms
CORN2011 Animal Y C1 50% T1 50%
Disease
Level 5 LOs
Confirmed Award LOs
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)11. Appendix 1 – Programme Specification Mapping (UG)
12. Appendix 2 – Work Based Learning Mapping (WBL)
FHEQ level: 4
Programme Programme Intended Related Core
WBL/WRL Activity: Logistics Range of Assessments
Aim Learning Outcome Module(s)
Relevant trips for Staff led trips to the following 1, 2, 3 6.1a,b, Redesign of an animal
animal health care locations to observe animal 6.4a, enclosure incorporating
treatment facilities and speak to 6.5a five freedoms and CORN1003 Health
staff about animal health feedback from trips. and Welfare and
management: Test demonstrating Animals
Cornwall Seal Sanctuary knowledge of animal CORN179, Animal
National Marine Aquarium husbandry in the Husbandry
Screech Owl Sanctuary workplace.
Newquay Zoo
Blue Reef
Careers search and Students are asked to search for 5, 6 6.3c, Written cover letter, CV, CORN1005 Key
application prospective jobs suitable for them 6.4a,b,c practical interview Professional Skills
on graduation, create a CV and
cover letter and conduct a mock
interview for the job.
They need to reflect on the skills
needed and add them to their PDP
action plan
Eden project visit Students are taken to the Eden 1, 2, 5, 6 6.1 a, b, c Conduct a plant survey,
Project as part of the diversity and 6.3 c classify a range of species CORN1002
classification module and are 6.5 b, c using dichotomous keys Diversity,
asked to observe and identify a and complete scientific Classification and
number of species and their drawing to demonstrate Taxonomy
adaptations. the key adaptations.
Animal As part of their teaching students 1-6 6.1b Reflection on good CORN152 Animal
Husbandry/Behaviour will visit a range of different 6.2 a practice observed on site Husbandry
visits farms, animal collections and 6.3 c visits. Demonstrate how CORN1006
trusts to observe methods of 6.4 a, b practice meets legal Fundamentals of
animal husbandry and training as 6.5 a, b requirement. Animal Behaviour
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)FHEQ level: 4
Programme Programme Intended Related Core
WBL/WRL Activity: Logistics Range of Assessments
Aim Learning Outcome Module(s)
well as gain handling skills for a Demonstrate the use of
range of animals. Trips include the animal behaviour to
following: inform effective animal
Boscarne Farm husbandry
West Country Trout Farm
Flicker Foundation
Gwell an Mor
St Francis dogs home
Duchy Rosewarne
Blue Reef
Newquay Zoo
McTimony- animal chiropractor.
During these visits students will
also carry out a range of animal
behaviour assessments as a
method of assessing health and
well being.
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)FHEQ level: 5
Programme
Programme Intended Related Core
WBL/WRL Activity: Logistics Range of Assessments
Aim Learning Module(s)
Outcomes
Students must Guided and supported through personal 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 6.3 a, b, c Produce a reflective poster
complete 100 hours of tutors and HE support staff, each student 6.4 a, b, c or presentation that
relevant work-based must complete 100 hours of relevant work 6.5 a, b, c evaluates the organisation
learning experience. Some of these hours may be where they conducted
accounted for by internally organised their work experience as
residential field trips such as: Danau Girang, well as their role and how
Borneo, Operation Wallacea, Honduras, this will enhance/enable CORN2013 Zoo
Ecotraining, Kruger National Park, SA. Or their future academic and Exhibit
through conference/workshop attendance- career progression. Management in
Herp workers meeting (ARG UK, ARC, CRAG, This is displayed at the Practice
BHS), BIAZA Conferences. Remaining hours annual work experience
are completed at recognised and approved fair in Dec where
locations locally, nationally and placement providers,
internationally. partners and industry links
are invited to view the
posters and presentations.
Relevant guest There is a planned guest speaker series 1-6 6.1c Reflective piece evaluating CORN2013 Zoo
speakers and visits to delivered throughout the first semester 6.2a, b, c the effectiveness of a range Exhibit
enable students to see including some site visits to give students an 6.3 a, b, c of organisations in their Management in
a variety of roles and insight into the varied roles which exist in 6.4 a, b, c contribution to the sector. Practice
levels of organisation this sector. The organisations involved 6.5 b, c
with the animal care include the following:
sector Wild Futures
Inspector, RSPCA
Keeper, Paignton Zoo
Prickles and Paws Hedgehog Rescue
BDMLR
Keeper, Cornwall Seal Sanctuary
Veterinary Nurse- A series of contextualised sessions and 1, 2, 3, 5, 6 6.1 a, b, c Review of procedures and
CORN2011 Animal
guest lecturer workshops to demonstrate key current skills 6.2 a, b, c processes used in animal
Disease
used in practice within the veterinary sector. 6.3 b, c
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FdSc Animal Husbandry and Welfare Handbook (2019-2020)FHEQ level: 5
Programme
Programme Intended Related Core
WBL/WRL Activity: Logistics Range of Assessments
Aim Learning Module(s)
Outcomes
This may include triage, routine treatment, 6.4 a disease management and
and vaccination, surgical and medical 6.5 a, b, c treatment
procedures.
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