Agriculture with Animal Science (with integrated year in industry)

Program Overview

The BSc Agriculture with Animal Science program at Aberystwyth University offers a comprehensive education in agriculture, animal science, and farming. With an emphasis on practical skills and an integrated year in industry, students gain hands-on experience and industry connections. Graduates are prepared for careers in livestock management, animal health, agricultural supply, and related industries. The program features research-active faculty, industry-experienced staff, and access to university farms for hands-on learning.

Program Outline

Aberystwyth University - BSc Agriculture with Animal Science (with integrated year in industry) D4D3

Degree Overview:

This four-year BSc program at Aberystwyth University provides a comprehensive foundation in agriculture and animal science, with a strong emphasis on practical skills and knowledge. The program aims to equip students with a deep understanding of agricultural production systems, livestock science, and the management of animal production. The integrated year in industry offers valuable real-world experience, enhancing students' employability and providing them with a competitive edge in the job market.

Outline:

Year 1:

• Core Modules:
• Agricultural Technology and Farm Safety (BR18420, 20 credits)
• Business, Economics and Land Use (BR10420, 20 credits)
• Crop, grassland, soil and agricultural land management (BR18040, 40 credits)
• Introduction to Livestock Production and Science (BR17020, 20 credits)
• Skills for the Agricultural Industry (BR18820, 20 credits)

Year 2:

• Core Modules:
• Animal Breeding: Genetics and Reproduction (BR25220, 20 credits)
• Applied Nutrition of Livestock, Horses and Companion Animals (BR20720, 20 credits)
• Livestock Production Systems (BR20420, 20 credits)
• Research Methods (BR27520, 20 credits)
• Optional Modules:
• Agronomy and Crop Improvement (BR27620, 20 credits)
• Farm Business Management and Appraisal (BR21020, 20 credits)
• Food, Farming and the Environment (BR21920, 20 credits)
• Immunology (BR22220, 20 credits)
• Veterinary Health (BR27120, 20 credits)

Year 3:

• Core Module:
• Integrated Year in Industry (BRS0060, 60 credits)

Year 4:

• Core Modules:
• Advances in Agriculture (BR34820, 20 credits)
• Livestock Production Science (BR30820, 20 credits)
• Critical Review (BR36320, 20 credits)
• Research Project (BR36440, 40 credits)
• Optional Modules:
• Behaviour and Welfare of Domesticated Animals (BR35120, 20 credits)
• Crop and Grassland Production Science (BR37220, 20 credits)
• Farm Planning and Advanced Farm Management (BR31620, 20 credits)
• Veterinary Infectious Diseases (BR34120, 20 credits)
• Veterinary Pharmacology and Disease Control (BR36820, 20 credits)

Assessment:

The program utilizes a variety of assessment methods, including:

• Essays
• Practical reports and exercises
• Oral presentations
• Exams
• Plans
• Worksheets
• Field notebooks
• Case studies

Teaching:

• The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, workshops, and field visits.
• Students have numerous opportunities to apply their academic learning in practical activities and workshops.
• The majority of teaching staff in the Department of Life Sciences are qualified to PhD level and are research active.
• Vocational courses also have staff whose background lies within industry.
• The Department has a large number of research-only staff with whom students may have contact.

Careers:

Graduates of this program are well-prepared for successful careers in various areas of agriculture and related industries, including:

• Livestock enterprise management
• Consultancy
• Animal health, welfare, and nutrition
• Administrative and sales careers with agricultural supply companies
The integrated year in industry provides students with valuable experience, industry contacts, and practical skills, enhancing their employability and career prospects.

Other:

• The 800-hectare commercially managed university farms provide a setting for practical learning.
• Field visits to farms and agricultural and food businesses throughout the UK are an integral part of the course.
• The taught component of the Agriculture with Animal Science (with integrated year in industry) course (D4D3) is identical to its three-year sister course BSc Agriculture with Animal Science (53C8).
• Students pay a discounted tuition fee during their year in industry.
• The University welcomes undergraduate applications from students studying the Access to Higher Education Diploma or T-level qualifications, provided that relevant subject content and learning outcomes are met.
• The University has an inclusive admissions policy that values breadth as well as depth of study.
• Applicants are selected on their own individual merits and offers can vary.