Animal Science UCert

Program Overview

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Aberystwyth University's Postgraduate Certificate in Animal Science offers a flexible distance learning program that equips students with the knowledge and skills in animal science, nutrition, breeding, and management. Through coursework, students develop competencies to balance production and welfare through innovative practices. The program aims to prepare graduates for careers in various animal-related fields, including research, industry, and education.

Program Outline

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Aberystwyth University - Postgraduate Certificate in Animal Science (D312D-UCRT)

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Degree Overview:

The Postgraduate Certificate in Animal Science at Aberystwyth University offers a research-led postgraduate teaching and education experience in the field of animal science. The program focuses on animal science and its application to nutrition, breeding, and animal management. The program aims to equip students with the knowledge and skills to balance the demands of production and welfare through innovative management practices, knowledge dissemination, and advice to practitioners.

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Outline:

The program is delivered through distance learning and spans two years. It is designed to be flexible and accommodate the needs of working professionals. The program offers three intakes per year: September, January, and May.

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Modules:

The program consists of three 20-credit modules chosen from a selection of six. The modules offered may vary depending on the intake date.

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May Start - 2024:

• Core Modules:
• Equine Nutrition (BDM5320)
• Equine Reproductive Physiology and Breeding Technology (BDM5220)
• Grassland Systems (BDM5120)
• Livestock Nutrition (BDM0320)
• Livestock Production Science (BDM5420)

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September Start - 2024:

• Core Modules:
• Grassland Systems (BDM5120)
• Livestock Nutrition (BDM0320)
• Livestock Production Science (BDM5420)

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January Start - 2025:

• Core Modules:
• Grassland Systems (BDM5120)
• Livestock Nutrition (BDM0320)
• Livestock Production Science (BDM5420)

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May Start - 2025:

• Core Modules:
• Grassland Systems (BDM5120)
• Livestock Nutrition (BDM0320)
Assessment is conducted through coursework, including reports, essays, literature reviews, case studies, business plans, data analysis tasks, presentations, and forum discussions.

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Teaching:

The program is delivered through a combination of recorded lectures from academics and industry experts, guided readings, discussion forums, and written assignments. The program is designed to be accessible and flexible, allowing students to study wherever and whenever is convenient.

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Careers:

Graduates of the program often pursue careers in:

• Scientific research
• Scientific publishing
• Animal Nutrition
• Animal Welfare
• Teaching
• Animal breeding
• Consultancy
• Laboratory work

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Other:

• The program is taught by leading scientists in their respective fields.
• The program is highly recognized by both the animal science industry and animal-related professions.
• The program is available partially or entirely through the medium of Welsh.