Programme Specifications
Equine Studies
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
N/A
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
The course aims to provide students with a broad in depth knowledge of some of the common aspects of equine and general animal science.
The more specific aims are:
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To develop a detailed knowledge and systematic understanding of Equine or Animal Science at the forefront of student’s academic specialism.
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To develop an holistic view of animal anatomy, physiology and function, and its application to practice.
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To integrate theory, experiment and investigation into practical horse management.
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To develop a detailed understanding of animal research, its current practice, applicable techniques, future potential and application to management.
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To develop an awareness of the legal, moral, ethical and social issues associated with the use of animals for work, leisure and research.
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To develop a critical and analytical approach in all aspects of study and problem solving, including the ability to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively and communicate with specialist and non-specialist audience
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To provide students with the technical knowledge and transferable skills required for a leading career in the field of Equine or Animal Science, including for example, yard/business management, lecturing and advisory work within the field
Subject specific skills
To produce graduates competent to utilize and enhance their existing vocational experience of theoretical knowledge of equine science, business and the commercial industry through further theoretical learning, the design, implementation, and analysis of experiments, and the critical appraisal of information from a variety of sources.
Generic and graduate skills
The following transferable skills will be developed and assessed in the proposed BSc Equine Science degree:
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Problem solving
-
Research skills
-
Communication
-
Improving own learning and performance
-
Team work
-
Information technology
-
Application of number
-
Personal development and career planning
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
Overall aim of the scheme
The course aims to enhance the broad vocational experience students bring to this course by furthering their in-depth knowledge of some of the common aspects of equine management, industry and science. To produce graduates who are able to work in a range of fields relating to horse management, who can operate efficiently and safely in the commercial industry, are able to communicate and understand data and concepts, are able to utilise specific applied skills to address diverse biological or practical problems, and are able to direct their own research and learning.
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
By the end of their programme, all students are expected to be able to demonstrate:
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A1 The confident assimilation and integration of animal anatomy, physiology and function.
-
A2 The ability to discuss the theoretical and practical application of animal biology to management
-
A3 The ability to critically appraise factors affecting animal health, welfare, growth and development
-
A4 The ability to design and assess correct nutritional provision for animals in relation to performance, growth and development and well-being
-
A5 An in-depth knowledge of reproductive management, breeding, genetics and the application of reproductive technology
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A5 The ability to make a balanced case, and detail methods for the integration and application of scientific techniques and technology to animal science
-
A6 The capacity to reason the theoretical and practical application of scientific research
Learning and Teaching
Lectures; tutorials; student-led seminars; problem-based learning scenarios and case studies; field excursions and laboratory practicals; literature based research; computer-assisted learning; research leading to a dissertation.
Assessment Strategies and Methods
Written examinations and coursework to include: report writing, essay writing, oral and poster presentations; the submission of a dissertation; assessment based on real life problems.
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
10.2.1 Intellectual Skills
By the end of their programme, all students are expected to be able to demonstrate:
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B1 That they can apply the skills needed for academic study and enquiry.
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B2 The critical evaluation of research methodologies, and a variety of types of information and evidence. Where appropriate, the formulation of new hypotheses based on these evaluations.
-
B3 Critical analysis of information from a number of sources in order to gain a coherent understanding of theory and practice, and an ability to synthesize and summarize the outcomes.
-
B4 That they can apply strategies for appropriate selection of relevant information from a wide source and large body of knowledge.
-
B5 That they can apply knowledge and understanding to address familiar and novel problems.
-
B6 The ability to design an experiment, investigation, survey or other means to test an hypothesis or proposition
Learning and Teaching
Lectures; tutorials; student-led seminars; problem-based learning scenarios and case studies; field excursions, work experience and laboratory practicals; literature based research; computer-assisted learning; research leading to a dissertation.
Assessment Strategies and Methods
Written examinations and coursework to include: report writing, essay writing, oral and poster presentations; the submission of a dissertation; assessment based on real life problems.
10.2.2 Professional practical skills (where applicable)
By the end of their programme, all students are expected to be able to demonstrate:
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C1 That they can design, apply and evaluate various research/study techniques.
-
C2 That they can plan, conduct, and report on investigations.
-
C3 The ability to collect & record information / data in the library, laboratory or field, summarizing it appropriately.
-
C4 That they can conceive, plan and undertake laboratory investigations in a responsible, ethical and safe manner, paying due attention to risk assessment, animal welfare, relevant health and safety regulations, legislation concerning experimental animal use, legal requirements and sensitivity to the impact of investigations on the environment and personnel.
-
C5 Effective and appropriate communication skills aimed at individuals and organisations in a range of scenarios
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C6 That they can write for a range of audiences including academics, practitioners, special interest groups and the wider public
-
C7 The application of appropriate management and experimental techniques to a range of situations
Learning and Teaching
Professional practical skills are acquired and promoted through practical lab classes, field visits, lectures, seminars and other class activities, case studies undertaken in a range of real-life situations and experimental research for the dissertation.
Assessment Strategies and Methods
Coursework to include: the submission of scientific reports, oral presentations, research posters and essays. Students are expected to demonstrate advanced critical, interpretative and analytical skills in both their course work and written examinations. The dissertation should demonstrate student competence in practical and academic skills.
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
By the end of their programme, all students are expected to be able to demonstrate:
-
D1 Problem solving
-
D2 Research skills
-
D3 Communication
-
D4 Improving own learning and performance
-
D5 Team work
-
D6 Information technology
-
D7 Application of number
-
D8 Personal development and career planning
Learning and Teaching
Transferable/key skills are incorporated within modules and related to relevant assessments as appropriate. Students learn and develop skills through student and tutor-led seminars; problem-based learning scenarios; self-directed learning, oral presentations and experimental dissertation work.
Assessment Strategies and Methods
The skills listed above are assessed using exercise-based and essay assignments, practical laboratory reports, the dissertation project, seminar presentations, unseen examinations essays and unseen short answer examinations.
BSC Equine Studies [D325]
Academic Year: 2023/2024Top Up scheme - available from 1998/1999
Duration (studying Full-Time): 1 yearsEquine Studies
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
N/A
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
The course aims to provide students with a broad in depth knowledge of some of the common aspects of equine and general animal science.
The more specific aims are:
-
To develop a detailed knowledge and systematic understanding of Equine or Animal Science at the forefront of student’s academic specialism.
-
To develop an holistic view of animal anatomy, physiology and function, and its application to practice.
-
To integrate theory, experiment and investigation into practical horse management.
-
To develop a detailed understanding of animal research, its current practice, applicable techniques, future potential and application to management.
-
To develop an awareness of the legal, moral, ethical and social issues associated with the use of animals for work, leisure and research.
-
To develop a critical and analytical approach in all aspects of study and problem solving, including the ability to deal with complex issues both systematically and creatively and communicate with specialist and non-specialist audience
-
To provide students with the technical knowledge and transferable skills required for a leading career in the field of Equine or Animal Science, including for example, yard/business management, lecturing and advisory work within the field
Subject specific skills
To produce graduates competent to utilize and enhance their existing vocational experience of theoretical knowledge of equine science, business and the commercial industry through further theoretical learning, the design, implementation, and analysis of experiments, and the critical appraisal of information from a variety of sources.
Generic and graduate skills
The following transferable skills will be developed and assessed in the proposed BSc Equine Science degree:
-
Problem solving
-
Research skills
-
Communication
-
Improving own learning and performance
-
Team work
-
Information technology
-
Application of number
-
Personal development and career planning
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
Overall aim of the scheme
The course aims to enhance the broad vocational experience students bring to this course by furthering their in-depth knowledge of some of the common aspects of equine management, industry and science. To produce graduates who are able to work in a range of fields relating to horse management, who can operate efficiently and safely in the commercial industry, are able to communicate and understand data and concepts, are able to utilise specific applied skills to address diverse biological or practical problems, and are able to direct their own research and learning.
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
By the end of their programme, all students are expected to be able to demonstrate:
-
A1 The confident assimilation and integration of animal anatomy, physiology and function.
-
A2 The ability to discuss the theoretical and practical application of animal biology to management
-
A3 The ability to critically appraise factors affecting animal health, welfare, growth and development
-
A4 The ability to design and assess correct nutritional provision for animals in relation to performance, growth and development and well-being
-
A5 An in-depth knowledge of reproductive management, breeding, genetics and the application of reproductive technology
-
A5 The ability to make a balanced case, and detail methods for the integration and application of scientific techniques and technology to animal science
-
A6 The capacity to reason the theoretical and practical application of scientific research
Learning and Teaching
Lectures; tutorials; student-led seminars; problem-based learning scenarios and case studies; field excursions and laboratory practicals; literature based research; computer-assisted learning; research leading to a dissertation.
Assessment Strategies and Methods
Written examinations and coursework to include: report writing, essay writing, oral and poster presentations; the submission of a dissertation; assessment based on real life problems.
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
10.2.1 Intellectual Skills
By the end of their programme, all students are expected to be able to demonstrate:
-
B1 That they can apply the skills needed for academic study and enquiry.
-
B2 The critical evaluation of research methodologies, and a variety of types of information and evidence. Where appropriate, the formulation of new hypotheses based on these evaluations.
-
B3 Critical analysis of information from a number of sources in order to gain a coherent understanding of theory and practice, and an ability to synthesize and summarize the outcomes.
-
B4 That they can apply strategies for appropriate selection of relevant information from a wide source and large body of knowledge.
-
B5 That they can apply knowledge and understanding to address familiar and novel problems.
-
B6 The ability to design an experiment, investigation, survey or other means to test an hypothesis or proposition
Learning and Teaching
Lectures; tutorials; student-led seminars; problem-based learning scenarios and case studies; field excursions, work experience and laboratory practicals; literature based research; computer-assisted learning; research leading to a dissertation.
Assessment Strategies and Methods
Written examinations and coursework to include: report writing, essay writing, oral and poster presentations; the submission of a dissertation; assessment based on real life problems.
10.2.2 Professional practical skills (where applicable)
By the end of their programme, all students are expected to be able to demonstrate:
-
C1 That they can design, apply and evaluate various research/study techniques.
-
C2 That they can plan, conduct, and report on investigations.
-
C3 The ability to collect & record information / data in the library, laboratory or field, summarizing it appropriately.
-
C4 That they can conceive, plan and undertake laboratory investigations in a responsible, ethical and safe manner, paying due attention to risk assessment, animal welfare, relevant health and safety regulations, legislation concerning experimental animal use, legal requirements and sensitivity to the impact of investigations on the environment and personnel.
-
C5 Effective and appropriate communication skills aimed at individuals and organisations in a range of scenarios
-
C6 That they can write for a range of audiences including academics, practitioners, special interest groups and the wider public
-
C7 The application of appropriate management and experimental techniques to a range of situations
Learning and Teaching
Professional practical skills are acquired and promoted through practical lab classes, field visits, lectures, seminars and other class activities, case studies undertaken in a range of real-life situations and experimental research for the dissertation.
Assessment Strategies and Methods
Coursework to include: the submission of scientific reports, oral presentations, research posters and essays. Students are expected to demonstrate advanced critical, interpretative and analytical skills in both their course work and written examinations. The dissertation should demonstrate student competence in practical and academic skills.
Information provided by Department of Life Sciences:
By the end of their programme, all students are expected to be able to demonstrate:
-
D1 Problem solving
-
D2 Research skills
-
D3 Communication
-
D4 Improving own learning and performance
-
D5 Team work
-
D6 Information technology
-
D7 Application of number
-
D8 Personal development and career planning
Learning and Teaching
Transferable/key skills are incorporated within modules and related to relevant assessments as appropriate. Students learn and develop skills through student and tutor-led seminars; problem-based learning scenarios; self-directed learning, oral presentations and experimental dissertation work.
Assessment Strategies and Methods
The skills listed above are assessed using exercise-based and essay assignments, practical laboratory reports, the dissertation project, seminar presentations, unseen examinations essays and unseen short answer examinations.
BSC Equine Studies [D325]
Academic Year: 2023/2024Top Up scheme - available from 1998/1999
Duration (studying Full-Time): 1 years