FdSc Animal Science: University of Brighton

Course details

This course will equip you with the knowledge, understanding and practical skills required for successful employment in animal management, the animal welfare sector, animal sciences or for progression to an undergraduate degree.

Course structure

The course is delivered through a mixture of lectures, fieldwork, laboratory-based practicals, group workshops, guest speakers and site visits. Students opting to take the Wildlife Conservation module have the opportunity to go on the college organised trip to South Africa.

Career and progression opportunities

Career opportunities include animal welfare, zoological parks, education and animal advisory services. Graduates may also progress to a top-up degree course or to year 3 of an honours degree course.

Entry requirements

• UCAS tariff: 120 points, from a minimum of one 6-unit qualification. Level 3 Key Skills will count towards the tariff score. Excluding General Studies.
• International Baccalaureate: 24 points, certificates considered.
• QAA-approved access course: acceptable.
• GCSE (minimum grade C): at least 3 subjects including English language and mathematics or a science.
• For non-native speakers of English: IELTS 5.5 overall, 6.0 in writing.