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Plymouth University

Academic Partnerships

CORNWALL COLLEGE (Newquay)

Programme Quality Handbook

FdSc Animal Husbandry & Welfare

Academic Year 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


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.


4. Programme Structure Academic Year 2019-2020 University of Plymouth Programme Code 6628

Programme Title FdSc Animal Husbandry & Welfare

Mode of Attendance FT

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.


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


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


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.


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


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


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


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.


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.


10. Admissions Criteria, including APCL, APEL and DAS arrangements

Entry Criteria (Qualifications) Details

Functional Skills GCSE (or equivalent)

L2 Literacy and L2 Numeracy 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 BTEC 90 Credit Diploma/Subsidiary Diploma*

48 UCAS tariff points – in a relevant subject As above in a relevant subject and considered only with combination of other relevant level 3 qualifications

City & Guilds (land based) Extended Diploma/ Advanced Technical Extended Diploma City & Guilds (land based) L3 Diploma/ Subsidiary Diploma/90 Credit Diploma*

48UCAS tariff points – in a relevant subject

48 UCAS tariff points – in a relevant subject *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 (ISA)/Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) clearance required

Students who will be carrying out work-based learning where they will be in contact with young 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


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.


Core Modules

Programme Intended Learning Outcomes contributed to (for more information see Section 6) Compensation Y/N

Assessment Element(s) and weightings [use UNISTATs definition] E1- exam E2 – clinical exam T1- test C1- coursework A1 – generic assessment P1 - practical

Knowledge & understanding (6.1)

Cognitive & intellectual skills (6.2)

Key & transferable skills (6.3)

Employment related skills (6.4)

Practical skills (6.5)

a b c

a b c

a b c

a b c

a b c

Level 4

CORN1006 Fundamentals of Animal Behaviour

Y C1 60% T1 40%

CORN1002 Diversity, Classification and Evolution

Y C1 60% T1 40%

CORN1005 Key Professional Skills

Y C1 70% T1 30%

CORN1003 Health and Welfare of Animals

Y C1 60% P1 40%

CORN1000 Fundamentals of Biology

Y C1 50% T1 50%

CORN1004 Animal Nutrition

Y C1 60% P1 40%

Level 4 LOs

Level 5

NQS219 Individual Research Project

Y C1 100%

CORN2013 Zoo Exhibit Management in Practice

Y C1 50% P1 50%

CORN2010 Animal Breeding and Conservation Genetics

Y C1 50% E1 50%

CORN2014 Husbandry of Captive Vertebrates

Y T1 40% C1 60%

CORN2015 Husbandry & Conservation of Aquatic Organisms

Y C1 100%

CORN2011 Animal Disease

Y C1 50% T1 50%

Level 5 LOs

Confirmed Award LOs


11. Appendix 1 – Programme Specification Mapping (UG)

12. Appendix 2 – Work Based Learning Mapping (WBL)

FHEQ level: 4

WBL/WRL Activity: Logistics Programme Aim

Programme Intended Learning Outcome

Range of Assessments Related Core Module(s)

Relevant trips for animal health care

Staff led trips to the following locations to observe animal treatment facilities and speak to staff about animal health management: Cornwall Seal Sanctuary National Marine Aquarium Screech Owl Sanctuary Newquay Zoo Blue Reef

1, 2, 3 6.1a,b, 6.4a, 6.5a

Redesign of an animal enclosure incorporating five freedoms and feedback from trips. Test demonstrating knowledge of animal husbandry in the workplace.

CORN1003 Health and Welfare and Animals CORN179, Animal Husbandry

Careers search and application

Students are asked to search for prospective jobs suitable for them 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

5, 6 6.3c, 6.4a,b,c

Written cover letter, CV, practical interview

CORN1005 Key Professional Skills

Eden project visit Students are taken to the Eden Project as part of the diversity and classification module and are asked to observe and identify a number of species and their adaptations.

1, 2, 5, 6 6.1 a, b, c 6.3 c 6.5 b, c

Conduct a plant survey, classify a range of species using dichotomous keys and complete scientific drawing to demonstrate the key adaptations.

CORN1002 Diversity, Classification and Taxonomy

Animal Husbandry/Behaviour visits

As part of their teaching students will visit a range of different farms, animal collections and trusts to observe methods of animal husbandry and training as

1-6 6.1b 6.2 a 6.3 c 6.4 a, b 6.5 a, b

Reflection on good practice observed on site visits. Demonstrate how practice meets legal requirement.

CORN152 Animal Husbandry CORN1006 Fundamentals of Animal Behaviour


FHEQ level: 4


Programme Intended Learning Outcome


well as gain handling skills for a range of animals. Trips include the following: Boscarne Farm 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.

Demonstrate the use of animal behaviour to inform effective animal husbandry


FHEQ level: 5


Programme Intended Learning Outcomes


Students must complete 100 hours of relevant work-based learning

Guided and supported through personal tutors and HE support staff, each student must complete 100 hours of relevant work experience. Some of these hours may be accounted for by internally organised residential field trips such as: Danau Girang, Borneo, Operation Wallacea, Honduras, Ecotraining, Kruger National Park, SA. Or through conference/workshop attendance- Herp workers meeting (ARG UK, ARC, CRAG, BHS), BIAZA Conferences. Remaining hours are completed at recognised and approved locations locally, nationally and internationally.

1, 2, 3, 5, 6 6.3 a, b, c 6.4 a, b, c 6.5 a, b, c

Produce a reflective poster or presentation that evaluates the organisation where they conducted their work experience as well as their role and how this will enhance/enable their future academic and career progression. This is displayed at the annual work experience fair in Dec where placement providers, partners and industry links are invited to view the posters and presentations.


Relevant guest speakers and visits to enable students to see a variety of roles and levels of organisation with the animal care sector

There is a planned guest speaker series delivered throughout the first semester including some site visits to give students an insight into the varied roles which exist in this sector. The organisations involved include the following: Wild Futures Inspector, RSPCA Keeper, Paignton Zoo Prickles and Paws Hedgehog Rescue BDMLR Keeper, Cornwall Seal Sanctuary

1-6 6.1c 6.2a, b, c 6.3 a, b, c 6.4 a, b, c 6.5 b, c

Reflective piece evaluating the effectiveness of a range of organisations in their contribution to the sector.


Veterinary Nurse- guest lecturer

A series of contextualised sessions and workshops to demonstrate key current skills used in practice within the veterinary sector.

1, 2, 3, 5, 6 6.1 a, b, c 6.2 a, b, c 6.3 b, c

Review of procedures and processes used in animal

CORN2011 Animal Disease


FHEQ level: 5


Programme Intended Learning Outcomes


This may include triage, routine treatment, and vaccination, surgical and medical procedures.

6.4 a 6.5 a, b, c

disease management and treatment

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