Pearson BTEC HNC in Animal Management

General Entry Requirements

The general entry requirements below identify the minimum qualifications needed to apply for the programme. Other qualifications will be considered on an individual basis on application. You are required to upload a copy of your qualification certificates to show how you meet the entry requirements for the programme prior to enrolment. Applications will also require successful completion of the admissions process.

GCSE/ Level 2 Requirements

• GCSE grade C/4 in English Language, or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills-Communication, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

AND

• GCSE grade C/4 in Mathematics, or Level 2 Certificate in Essential Skills-Application of Number, or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

AND

• Passes in 4 different subjects (can include English Language and Mathematics and as above), with 1 at GCE Advanced (A) level (grades A-E), and 3 at GCSE level (grades A*-C*/9-4), or equivalent in an approved alternative qualification.

Course 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)  

OR

Access Diploma in Foundation Studies with an overall average of 65% + and with one science module at a minimum of 65%  

OR

An equivalent in an approved alternative qualification

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

International Students English Language Requirements

International applicants, from Non-Native English speaking countries, must have evidence of English Language Level B2 on the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages:

• IELTS 6.0 (Academic) (minimum of 5.5 in all skills)

• PTE Academic 51 (minimum of 46 in each part)

• Or equivalent UKVI-approved English Language Test

For further information please contact our International Department at international@serc.ac.uk

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.

Successful completion of the HNC in Animal Management prepares you for employment in the animal industry and may provide you with the opportunity to complete a further year leading to the Level 5 HND in Animal Management. 

Successful completion of the HNC may also enable you to progress to further study on the first year of a Degree course.

The HNC 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.

As part of the course you will be expected to participate in a field trip which will incur a maximum cost of (£100).

Please note, course fees are payable in each year of the programme. 

The Part time HNC is made up of 8 units in total, delivered over 2 years.

Modules will include:

Mandatory Modules

Unit 1 Animal Health and Welfare

Unit 2 Business and the Business Environment

Unit 3 Managing a Successful Project (Pearson set)

Optional Modules

Unit 4 Animal Behaviour in Society

Unit 6 Animal Anatomy and Physiology

Unit 8 Ecological Principles

Unit 14 Management of Exotic Animal Species

Unit 15: Animal Collection Management