Animal Management
The purpose of Pearson BTEC Higher Nationals in Animal Management is to develop students as professional, self-reflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the animal management sector and adapt to a constantly changing world.
| Award Name | BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | |
| Awarding Body | Pearson |
| NFQ Level |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTEC Higher National Diploma at UK Level 5 | Pearson |
Duration
2 years full-time. This programme is delivered using a range of on-campus and online synchronous and asynchronous approaches.
Entry Requirements
A minimum of 64 UCAS points including: At least one A Level pass preferably in an appropriate subject (e.g. Biology) OR Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management or Applied Science (MPP = 64 UCAS Points).
Accreditation of Prior Learning
Alternatively, you can provide evidence of your ability to undertake the programme by meeting the requirements for the Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL) process, either through Accredited Prior Certificated Learning (APCL) or Accredited Prior Experiential Learning (APEL). Further details on APL can be found in the HE Admissions section of our website and the HE Accreditation of Prior Learning SOP.
Careers / Further progression
Where will it take me?
This course is designed to prepare students for a career in the animal industry or progression to related degree programmes, normally at second year of entry.
How will it make me more employable?
The HND in Animal Management provides a Nationally Recognised Qualification offering career progression and professional development for those already in employment and provides opportunities to progress to Higher Education.
Along with the vocational skills you will also develop employability skills through workshops such as teamwork, innovation and problem solving.
You are encouraged to take up work experience in a relevant animal related workplace.
It is the responsibility of the student to organise this work experience.
Further information
Week Starting 01/09/2025.
Bangor Campus
Lisburn Campus
15
The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them. This course is designed to prepare students for a career in the animal industry or progression to related degree programmes, normally at second year of entry
Modules studied in year 1 include:
Animal Health and Welfare
Business and the Business Environment
Managing a Successful Project (Pearson set)
Animal Behaviour in Society
Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Ecological Principles
Management of Exotic Animal Species
Animal Collection Management
Upon successful completion students will progress on to year 2 of the programme where they will study further modules including:
Biological Principles
Research Project (Pearson set)
Anthrozoology
Advanced Patient Care
Animal Breeding and Genetics
Wildlife Conservation
Work Experience (80 Hours of placement)
Students are assessed using a range of different methods. These include time constrained assignments, coursework, Project Based Learning, presentations, practical, posters, leaflets, role-play, and case studies. This is dependent on the requirements of each unit of study. Oral, written and online feedback will be provided during your course to help improve and monitor performance.
General Enquiries: info@serc.ac.uk
Course Enquiries: admissions@serc.ac.uk