A Guide to University Education at Moulton College

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1 Higher Education under graduate post graduate 2013/14

2 About the College 04 Agriculture 12 Animal Welfare and Management 18 Arboriculture & Horticulture 25 Construction Services 29 Equine Studies 36 Sports Studies 45 Teacher Training 52 Welcome to university education at Moulton College I am delighted that you are considering joining one of our higher education courses. Moulton College is recognised as one of the top colleges in the country and is a designated National Beacon of Excellence. The College is widely acclaimed for its commitment to being student-focused and providing appropriate support to ensure your success. These achievements are the result of the outstanding effort and commitment of our staff and students. Our examination and course results consistently place us amongst the best of all education and training providers in the UK. Moulton offers a unique opportunity to study a varied curriculum with qualifications in a wealth of subject areas from undergraduate through to postgraduate programmes in a beautiful rural environment. We have strong links with the University of Northampton and our degrees are of the highest standard to meet the rigorous requirements of the University. This combination of academic rigour together with the essential practical experience gained during your course at Moulton will give you a head start over those who have followed more traditional courses, when seeking employment. Studying higher education at Moulton will give you exceptional value for your money, with access to a top university degree, classes taught in small group sizes to enable staff to give you more time to meet your individual needs, a vocationally focussed programme taught in a friendly and supportive environment with outstanding facilities and excellent staff. The College offers a wide range of outstanding leisure and sporting facilities to help make your time at college a memorable and enjoyable experience. Extensive capital building programmes have ensured that many of our facilities are world-class, including the new College Social Centre which offers superb facilities in which to study and learn. Courses are structured to allow students to seek part-time employment whilst studying. We also provide access to a wide range of bursaries and other awards and an extensive subsidised transport network from most parts of Northamptonshire and neighbouring counties. We offer modern, en-suite residential accommodation which makes our courses accessible on either a residential or daily basis. We hope this prospectus will help you to choose the right course and that you will want to visit the College and see the wide range of opportunities on offer for yourself. Staff will be pleased to help you in this important step in building your future. Moulton is committed to providing students with the best possible learning experience. Whatever your interests and abilities we want to help you gain the skills and qualifications you need to get the most out of life. As you prepare to embark on a programme of university study, we look forward to welcoming you and sharing in your success. Stephen M Davies Principal Printed and Produced by: Core Publications Ltd, Kettering. Telephone:

3 College Campus College Campus Partnership with the University of Northampton The main campus of the university is approximately 2 miles from the College and offers facilities that all students and staff can use. This close proximity, and the way in which both institutions have developed in parallel, have forged a strong relationship which is beneficial for students as noted by the Quality Assurance Agency in their report on the College in All higher education courses at the college are validated by the University so successful students receive a University of Northampton award, studied at Moulton College. Facilities for Higher Education Students studying for foundation or honours degrees have exclusive space on the campus, including the Higher Education Centre and other designated teaching rooms, access to workstations in a separate area of the Learning Resource Centre, and an exclusive independent learning area with specialist learning support in the new College Social Centre. Students also make full use of the College s estate in support of their studies. Imagine that you are a student at the College and see in the following pages what the College has to offer you Introduction to Moulton College Moulton College is one of the longest established land-based colleges in the country. Since 1921 when the College was established as the Northamptonshire Institute of Agriculture, education and training have taken place on the campus. The College is located on the edge of Moulton village in Northamptonshire and includes an estate of approximately 600 hectares. Much of the estate is farmed commercially providing students with realistic commercial experience. There are also other commercial units on the campus such as the garden centre, and outstanding sports facilities that act as learning resources for students. The College is constantly investing in new and re-furbished facilities with a new Sports Therapy and Injury Rehabilitation Centre and a new College Social Centre, both of which opened in Spring 2012.These represent an investment of 14.2 million in new facilities. 4

4 College Campus What courses can I study at Moulton College? You can study for a foundation degree and an honours degree in the following subjects: Applied Animal Studies Agriculture Countryside and Wildlife Management Arboriculture Horticulture and Garden Design Construction Management Civil Engineering Equine Studies Sports Studies Teacher Training (part-time only) The table below shows the qualifications and entry requirements. For specific course entry requirements, please read the course s entry in this prospectus. Course Level Course Study Mode Higher National Certificate HNC Foundation Degree FdSc Top-up Honours Degree BSc (hons) Honours Degree BSc(hons) Construction Civil Engineering Agriculture Countryside & Wildlife Management Applied Animal Studies Arboriculture Horticulture and Garden Design Construction Management Civil Engineering Applied Equine Studies Equine Therapies Sports Therapy Sports Performance & Coaching Land Management Construction Management Civil Engineering Applied Animal Studies Applied Equine Studies Sports Therapy Sports Performance & Coaching Applied Animal Studies Applied Equine Studies 120 UCAS points and /or experience Part-time 120 UCAS points Full and Part-time Related Foundation Degree or Higher National Diploma Full and Part-time 220 UCAS points Full and Part-time How will I learn at Moulton College? Building towards an award All higher education courses are made up a series of modules that have a value of 10 or 20 credits. These modules build into an overall award. The credit values of the main awards are shown below: Honours Degree Degree Foundation degree Master s Degree 360 credits 300 credits 240 credits 180 post-graduate credits It is possible to build towards an award by studying full or part-time. Full-time study consists of 120 credits per academic year and part-time 90 credits or lower. Part-time awards studied at the College tend to be 80 or 60 credits in any academic year. All the courses currently require regular weekly attendance during term time. Moulton College awards In addition to the main higher education award, successful students are also eligible to receive a Moulton College Award in Higher Education. This award is broader than the one offered by the validating university and demonstrates that you have acquired additional skills that are valued by employers. To receive this award you will have Completed a valid Higher Education Award Structure of scheduled learning activities College Campus Each credit studied has a notional learning time of 10 hours, so 120 credits in one year have a learning time of 1200 hours. This learning time is divided into scheduled learning activities, self-directed study and assessment activities. In each week of term you can expect to have 13 hours of scheduled time with staff, usually over 3 days. This is 2 hours per 20 credit module plus a group or individual tutorial. This may include time spent in a classroom or in practical activities related to your course. Moulton College aims to have a maximum student number of 24 for classroom activity and 12 for practical activities. activities These vary dependent upon the subject studied and that information is included in the course entries. They range from group presentations to formal examinations and written assignments. is very much part of learning so you can expect detailed feedback on your work in order to help you improve its quality. Master s Degree MSc MRes Teacher Training Animal Welfare Equine Behaviour and Welfare Animal Physiotherapy Sports Therapy Conditioning and Strengthening (Sport) MRes Applied Sciences Professional Graduate Certificate in Education (DTLLS) Certificate in Education (DTLLS) Related honours degree at 2:2 or above Minimum of a degree Minimum of Level 3 qualification Full and Part-time Part-time Demonstrated employability such as industry based work experience or College based commercial activity at one of the College s commercial enterprises Produced a poster or presented a seminar to demonstrate your individual research Completed a reflective personal statement as part of your Personal Development Plan 6

5 College Campus College Campus How will I be supported to learn? Embarking on a higher education course can appear quite daunting, so the College has introduced a range of measures to support you. Personal Tutor You will have a personal tutor, who is responsible for building a close working relationship with you and being a friendly face who can be consulted in times of difficulty. The tutor s main role is to provide feedback on academic performance and identify measures to improve academic skills. In addition, they can provide support with personal matters and advise on how to get help with everything from financial difficulties to health issues. Student Welfare The Student Welfare Manager has a responsibility to support you with problems other than those that are course related. Good links have been established with social services, local health centres and many other agencies. The Student Welfare Manager leads the team of wardens, who provide round the clock support for resident students, and assist the student officers in organising a programme of sporting and social events. What other services are available to me? Campus residential accommodation You may wish to explore the options for living at the College in your first year. The provision consists of en-suite bedrooms and communal kitchen/living areas. Some priority is given to you as a new first year student and where residence will help you to pursue your learning with practical experience in one of the College s commercial enterprises. You may apply at any time during the application process, but accommodation applications will be reviewed in May and priority is given to you when you make Moulton College your first choice. The University can provide you with a list of their approved local private accommodation. College sports facilities If you are interested in practising your sport whilst at College, or keeping fit then you will want to take advantage of the College s facilities. These comprise two sports halls with complementary equipment and the new Sports Therapy and Injury Rehabilitation Centre opened in As you can guess from its name it has state-of-theart features related to sports therapy, including a cryogenic chamber and a 25 metre swimming pool. You can join any of the sports related activities and also take advantage of your University of Northampton status to play for one of the university s teams... Moulton College Student Association You will find the association based in the new College Social Centre which opened in February There are opportunities to become involved in the association which is organised by students with the help of the Senior Warden. The association plans and manages social events, and plays a part in the organisation of freshers week activities. You are also a member of the University of Northampton s Student Union that provides options for social and sporting events. Learning Support The HE Learning Support Tutor provides specialist help with study skills, and any additional learning support needs that you may have. She also provides a link to other learning support specialists at the University of Northampton who will also provide guidance and assistance for students with any declared disability that has an impact on learning. Careers Personal tutors will provide you with careers education and guidance during tutorial sessions. Higher education students have access to the University of Northampton Careers Advice Service and additional careers information specifically for higher education students is held in the HE study area in the Learning Resources Centre (LRC). There are opportunities to undertake relevant additional qualifications to enhance career opportunities. The College Nurses and Counsellor are available each day to provide support and to call in specialist help should the need arise. The College Chaplain is also available to provide support, particularly with spiritual issues in the multi-faith facility in the College Social Centre Site security is maintained 24 hours of every day, and it is reassuring to know that even throughout the night there is someone on duty to monitor movement on and off the site. 8

6 College Campus College Campus How much will it cost to study at Moulton College? Fees From 2012 the fees for higher education courses have changed as has the support available to students. The College will develop a fees package and support to ensure that you are not deterred from taking up a course purely on the basis of finance. If you are eligible for a student fees loan from Student Finance England, then you will not pay any fees upfront, the fees loan amount will be paid directly to the College. You can check your eligibility on the direct.gov.uk web-site and apply for loans and grants that you are entitled to have. National Scholarship Programme and Bursaries The College takes part in the National Scholarship Scheme and if you are eligible you will be able to apply at the College, when enrolled, for one of the scholarships. There are a limited number of scholarships available to those from lower income households. Access to Learning Fund This fund provides discretionary assessed financial assistance for home students to help them access and remain in Higher Education, particularly those students who need financial help to meet extra costs that cannot be met from other sources of support. The fund can also help in alleviating unexpected financial hardship. How do I apply? Full time Undergraduate Applications for Moulton College full-time courses are made through UCAS, the organisation that administers university and college admissions. You will find all the current courses listed with information about the College, and entry requirements for each course of study. The usual admissions process requires that applications are registered on the UCAS site and you will able to check any offers that are made to you on-line. There is a deadline in January of the year you wish to commence your studies. We will consider all the applications made by that date and make offers to you, but you can apply later and you will be considered if there are places still available on particular courses. You will be invited to visit the College and meet the tutors that you will study with and find out about the College resources that you will use during your studies. Full-time postgraduate courses The College and the University of Northampton use the UKPASS web-site for their admissions to postgraduate courses. This is administered by UCAS and offers a similar system to its undergraduate services. Courses may be listed under Moulton College or the University of Northampton as some courses are jointly taught. You can apply on-line and track your progress. When a postgraduate application is received you will be contacted by the course manager by or phone to discuss your application. You may make an appointment to meet the course manager or to come on an arranged visit day to find out more about the course and the College. International undergraduate applicants If you are in a country that is a member of European Economic Area (EEA) as defined by the border agency then you can apply as above via UCAS. If you are in any doubt please check the UK Border Agency web-site at If you are in a country outside of the EEA you can find the courses available to you on the UCAS web-site and make an application. If English is not your first language there will be an entry requirement of proficiency, for example an ILETS score. You will need to have the correct study visa before you can start on the course. Part-time undergraduate and postgraduate All of the higher education courses at the College may be studied part-time on a credit accumulation basis. You can find details of the courses on the College web-site at moulton.ac.uk. and apply using the on-line form. If you want any help please contact enquiries@moulton.ac.uk or on

7 Agriculture Agriculture Agriculture FdSc Agriculture UCAS Code: D400 Course Overview This established programme aims to develop knowledge, understanding and practical skills required to work in the agricultural industry at an operational and management level. It considers the management of a wide range of mixed farming systems in an applied, hands-on context. This course is designed to enable you to understand and apply the principles of agriculture and farm enterprise management to foster your own career progression and has been developed following consultation with local and national representatives from industry. 2 years full-time and 3 years part-time A wide range of qualifications are accepted. Applicants may also be offered a place on the basis of their experience and we would welcome mature applicants or people currently working in industry who are seeking Continuing Professional Development or part-time opportunities. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an interest in the environment. A typical offer is 120 UCAS tariff points. Agriculture and Countryside Management The Agriculture subject area has collaboratively run the course provision in agriculture and countryside management disciplines with the University of Northampton for many years. The focus for the student experience is very much on gaining the applied skills required for a career in the sector on a hands-on, vocational way. Resources The college farm extends to over six hundred hectares and is managed with particular emphasis placed upon sound environmental practice. The farm is used extensively for teaching purposes and comprises a mosaic of woodland, grassland, ponds and streams and linear boundary habitats alongside pasture and arable. The new Wilson Countryside Management Centre on the college farm provides unrivalled resources for all who are studying countryside management and game management programmes at Moulton College. The centre houses a fish rearing workshop, a gamekeeping workshop and a countryside workshop containing specialist tools and equipment. Links with Industry There is a wide range of links to industry partners who are able to offer industrial placements or collaborative research projects. Recent examples of the latter include: Quantifying the presence of dormice in Northamptonshire ancient woodland, a project funded by the British Ecological Society and the Forestry Commission. Growth and survival rates of captively reared eels, assisted by the Environment Agency. Experienced and highly qualified staff All academic staff have qualifications and practical experience in the subjects that they teach. Staff are encouraged to undertake research activity relevant to their teaching. Examples of recent research projects are below with more information on our web-site. Modelling the impact of habitat fragmentation on biodiversity. Evaluation of agri-environmental schemes to support the reintroduction of threatened mammal species. Career opportunities You may wish to progress to an appropriate postgraduate qualification or seek employment within the sector. Recent graduates have successfully furthered their careers in management positions in conservation and wildlife organisations and in the agricultural sector. The first stage provides an introduction to farming systems. The second stage develops knowledge of modern advances in agricultural science, farm marketing and diversification, sustainable crop production, livestock production and dairying, soil management and farm business management. You will complete an industrial placement as part of your foundation degree. The farm and college estate provide opportunities for practical learning and the commercial aspects of the farm are used for you to gain experience in a business environment. The farm is also under environmental stewardship. Collaborative teaching with University of Northampton staff. Partnership and research work with Frontier Agronomy and SOYL Precision Farming amongst others. including practical project work, presentations, reports, written work, oral presentations and time-constrained tests. You will also produce a project related to your work placement in the form of an academic poster. You may progress to the BSc (Hons) Land Management top-up Degree. Recent graduates have successfully furthered their careers in farm and estate management, agronomy, grain merchanting, machinery sales, rural land advisors, teaching and farm business management. Periods of commercial experience on the college farm to develop practical farming skills. Partnership work and visits with local employers, organisations and as part of ongoing research projects. Opportunities to undertake work placements in farm and estate management, agricultural consultancies, land management advisory bodies, grain merchants, the National Farmers Union, technical sales, machinery suppliers and livestock production enterprises. Precision farming crop trials with Frontier Agronomy, Berry s, Lamport Hall and SOYL

8 Agriculture Agriculture Countryside and Wildlife Management FdSc Countryside and Wildlife Management UCAS Code: D490 This established two-year programme aims to develop knowledge and practical skills in a variety of wildlife conservation and countryside management related subjects. It considers the ecology of a wide range of habitats and wildlife in an applied, hands-on context. This course is designed to enable you to understand and apply the principles of wildlife management and nature conservation and has been developed following consultation with local and national representatives from industry. The first stage provides an introduction to nature conservation and wildlife management, with modules relating to wildlife identification, habitat management, and practical and traditional conservation skills. At stage two, you will be able to select a number of options in which to specialise including advanced wildlife management and surveying, habitat ecology and management, environmental education, forestry and woodland management and waste management. You will complete an industrial placement as part of your foundation degree. The college estate with its range of semi-natural terrestrial and aquatic habitats. The Wilson Countryside Management Centre with fish rearing and gamekeeping facilities. Sywell Woods, a local 90 ha ancient woodland. Collaborative teaching with University of Northampton staff. Partnership and research work with the Wildlife Trust, the Forestry Commission, the Environment Agency, Lamport Hall and Kelmarsh Estate. 2 years full-time and 3 years part-time A typical offer is 120 UCAS tariff points and a wide range of qualifications are accepted. Applicants may also be offered a place on the basis of their experience and we would welcome mature applicants or people currently working in industry who are seeking Continuing Professional Development or part-time opportunities. All applicants are expected to demonstrate an interest in the environment. including practical project work, presentations, reports, written work, oral presentations and timeconstrained tests. You will also produce a project related to your work placement in the form of an academic poster. You may progress to the BSc (Hons) Land Management top-up Degree. Recent graduates have successfully furthered their careers with the Environment Agency, the Wildlife Trusts, rights of way and visitor management in local authorities, environmental education, as rural land advisors and within ecological consultancies. This course may include an optional residential field course to Tenerife at stage two. Partnership working and visits with local employers, organisations and as part of ongoing research projects. Opportunities to undertake work placements in previous allied programmes have included secondments with wildlife organisations, ecological consultancies, local authorities, National Parks, waste management and environmental education

9 Agriculture Agriculture Land Management (Agriculture or Conservation specialism) BSc (Hons) Land Management (one year top-up ) UCAS Code: D444 This top-up course is designed to enable you to evaluate and sustainably manage the pressures that now exist in the countryside. There are specialisms in agriculture and conservation. This one-year programme enables you to top-up to a full honours degree, acquiring a comprehensive and detailed knowledge of land management issues, and specialising in either wildlife conservation or applied agriculture. Shared modules include Geographical Information Systems (GIS), agri-environmental grant aid for rural development and a research thesis. The conservation option targets ecological survey skills within consultancies, habitat and species management and biological conservation. The agriculture option examines integrated farm management, meat production and advanced agricultural sciences. You will complete an individual research project on a subject of your choice and agreed with your tutor. Recent examples are: Ecological dynamics of heathland restoration in the Peak District National Park. Conservation of lesser short-tailed bats in New Zealand. Farmer attitudes to biofuels in Ghana. A comparison of pheasant feeding hoppers as a winter food source for non-target organisms. The effect of variable rate plant growth regulator, nitrogen and sulphur application on winter oilseed rape. The 600 hectare college estate is used extensively for teaching and research purposes, with access to a range of commercial units. The estate also boasts an array of semi-natural habitats currently being managed for conservation. The Wilson Countryside Management Centre. Partnership and research work with a wide range of organisations in the region. 1 year full-time and up to 3 years part-time Completion of the FdSc Countryside and Wildlife Management or FdSc Agriculture programmes, or equivalent at level 5 for external applicants. including reports, essays, oral presentations and formal examinations. You may wish to progress to an appropriate postgraduate qualification or seek employment within the sector. Recent graduates have successfully furthered their careers in working with conservation and wildlife organisations, in farm management, agricultural advisory organisations, ecological consultancies and in environmental and heritage sectors. A residential study tour may be arranged to study land management issues. Previous trips have been to the Scottish Highlands, the Cotswolds and Poland Partnership work, visits and experience with local employers, organisations and as part of ongoing research projects. There is scope within the dissertation module to choose a research topic overseas. Applied Sciences MRes Applied Sciences * UCAS Code: N/A This new programme* is designed to allow you to update, extend and deepen your knowledge in a flexible, research orientated programme to enhance your career opportunities in industry, or as a preparation for further academic research, including progression to PhD opportunities at the university and the college. The scholarly activity that you will undertake will follow the principles set by the college where research with application to the specific industries served by the college has precedence. The MRes embraces a range of specialisms across the land and environmental provision including horticulture, arboriculture, countryside management and agriculture. The qualification is tailored to meet the needs and interests of the individual student. The advanced course units are designed to prepare you to undertake the research thesis, and also to critically evaluate the skills and knowledge postgraduate researchers can apply in higher level studies. The Master of Research in Applied Sciences consists of 180 credits, with 60 credits comprising advanced course units specialising in research and analytical methods, field and laboratory skills and contemporary research issues in applied sciences. The remaining 120 credits is the research thesis an original, innovative, industry linked and scholarly undertaking of primary research. If you decide not to do the research project you may be awarded a Postgraduate Certificate in Applied Sciences. The 600 hectare college estate is used extensively for teaching and research purposes, with access to a wide range of economically viable and sustainable enterprises. The estate also boasts an array of semi-natural habitats currently being managed for conservation. The Wilson Countryside Management Centre. Horticulture glasshouses and the college arboretum. Specialist equipment housed in the college laboratory. Partnership and research work with a wide range of organisations in the region. *subject to validation. 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time. Contact us for details. You will be assessed using a range of methods including extended reports, essays, presentations and the research thesis. You may wish to progress to a PhD or seek employment within the land-based sector. Opportunities to progress onto PhD positions at Moulton College following successful completion of the award. Partnership work and experience with regional and national employers and organisations as part of the research project. There is scope within the thesis to choose a research topic overseas

10 Animal Studies Animal Studies Applied Animal Studies FdSc Applied Animal Studies UCAS Code: D302 Animal Welfare and Management The Animal Welfare and Management subject area delivers the courses in Applied Animal Studies, Animal Welfare and Animal Physiotherapy. The focus for students is on learning the underpinning science behind animal management and applying it to a wide variety of different animal industry sectors. Students are encouraged to develop their own interests within this highly diverse employment sector, under the experienced guidance of the subject area staff. Resources Moulton College has a wide variety of animal facilities which are all utilised throughout the different courses. The Animal Welfare Centre boasts a hugely diverse animal collection spanning all five vertebrate groups as well as a varied invertebrate collection. The range of species caters for all students regardless of their preferred sector interest, covering everything from common small mammal pets through to mini-farm animals, aquatic stock, exotics such as primates, and specialist fields such as reptiles and amphibians. Links with Industry There is a wide range of links to industry partners who are able to offer industrial placements or collaborative research projects. Recent examples of the latter include: Herbal supplement trials Milk powder trials Visitor effect Enclosure utilisation studies Experienced and highly qualified staff The Animal Welfare and Management subject area comprises staff from an extremely varied background with industry experience in zoos, farming, laboratory facilities, veterinary practices and more. Alongside this, the team have diverse research interests which support the delivery of our HE courses. Current research by staff includes: Social bonds in dairy cattle: effects of dynamic group systems on welfare and productivity. Welfare and production implications of fostering methods in sheep. Production and welfare impacts of orf on sheep. The varied research interests of staff can be viewed on the College web-site. Career opportunities The diverse topics covered within our courses are mirrored by the wide range of jobs that successful graduates have achieved. Recent graduates have been employed within nutrition companies, service animal training, laboratory facilities, agricultural industries and land-based colleges and universities. Other successful students have progressed into higher educational studies in animal welfare, veterinary nursing, canine hydrotherapy, animal physiotherapy and teacher training, as well as pursuing PhD research. This two year course combines the underpinning theory behind the animal sector with an industry based focus and the opportunity to specialise in your own area of interest. This course is designed to enable you to understand and apply the principles of animal management and husbandry whilst gaining further insight into how specific animal businesses operate. The first stage provides the underpinning knowledge of how animal bodies work and how different species are managed as well as allowing you to sample a variety of areas to specialise in later. You will be able to gain hands-on experience of working with a wide range of species alongside studying the more scientific aspects of keeping animals. At stage two, you will further explore animal body systems and the law and ethics behind the animal industry whilst specialising in one of the following: Animal science, Veterinary health, Animal behaviour and welfare, Zoo management and conservation. Industrial experience and research forms a key part of this course whereby you must also complete an industrial placement and project of your choice within the animal sector. Moulton College Animal Welfare Centre incorporating a wide range of mammal, bird, reptile amphibian, fish and insect species. Moulton College Equine Yard. Moulton College commercial dairy herd and sheep flock. Laboratory facilities at Moulton College. 2 years full-time or 3 years part-time A typical offer is 120 UCAS tariff points. A wide range of qualifications are accepted. Applicants may also be offered a place on the basis of their experience and we would welcome applications from mature students or people currently working in industry who are seeking Continuing Professional Development or part-time opportunities. including practical project work, presentations, reports, written work, oral presentations and timeconstrained tests. You will also produce a project related to your work placement and an academic poster. You may progress to the BSc (Hons) Applied Animal Studies Top Up Degree. Recent graduates have successfully furthered their careers in animal sectors such as equine yards, animal rescue facilities and farms. All students carry out four days of commercial experience on the Moulton College commercial units (farms, animal welfare centre, equine yard, therapy centre or veterinary practice) during stage one. You will go on organised trips during both years of study. Previous visits have included the British Society for Animal Science conference, the Pig and Poultry fair, and various animal industry organisations. Additional courses are made available for you to undertake, alongside a range of careers guidance events

11 Animal Studies Animal Studies Applied Animal Studies BSc (Hons) UCAS Code: D300 Applied Animal Studies BSc (Hons) Top Up Applied Animal Studies UCAS Code: D301 This three year course combines the underpinning theory behind the animal sector with the opportunity to specialise in your own areas of interest. This course is designed to enable you to understand and apply the principles of animal management and husbandry whilst providing some scope for specialisation. The first stage provides the underpinning knowledge of how animal bodies work and how different species are managed as well as allowing you to sample a variety of areas to specialise in later. You will be able to gain hands on experience working with a wide range of species alongside studying the more scientific aspects of keeping animals. At stage two, you will further explore animal body systems and the law and ethics behind the animal industry whilst specialising in two of the following: Animal science, Veterinary health, Animal behaviour and welfare, Zoo management and conservation. At stage three, you will continue with your stream options whilst undertaking a large research project on your own area of interest. Moulton College Animal Welfare Centre incorporating a wide range of mammal, bird, reptile amphibian, fish and insect species. Moulton College Equine Yard. Moulton College commercial dairy herd and sheep flock. Laboratory facilities at Moulton College. 3 years full-time or 5-6 years part-time A typical offer is 220 UCAS tariff points. A wide range of qualifications are accepted. Applicants may also be offered a place on the basis of their experience and we would welcome applications from mature students or people currently working in industry who are seeking Continuing Professional Development or part-time opportunities. including practical project work, presentations, reports, written work, oral presentations, exams and time-constrained tests. You will also produce a large research project on an area of your choice and an academic poster. Recent graduates have successfully furthered their careers in a wide variety of animal-related positions including as canine hydrotherapists, welfare officers, nutrition specialists, animal technicians and college lecturers. Others have gone on to further education in the animal sciences in areas such as animal welfare, physiotherapy and veterinary nursing. You will carry out four days of commercial experience on the Moulton College commercial units (farms, animal welfare centre, equine yard, therapy centre or veterinary practice) during stage one. You will go on organised trips during each year of study. Previous visits have included the British Society for Animal Science conference, the Pig and Poultry fair, and various animal industry organisations. During stage three, all students are involved in a Student Animal Welfare Conference in collaboration with other colleges, during which selected individuals will present their research either orally or in poster form. Additional courses are made available for you to undertake, alongside a range of careers guidance events. This one year course enables students who have already completed a FdSc or HND in a related subject to convert to a full BSc (Hons). This course is designed to enable you to understand and apply the principles of animal management and husbandry whilst specialising in streams that open up opportunities to a range of job markets and conducting your own individual piece of research. This single stage course allows you to specialise in two optional streams from: Animal science, Veterinary health, Animal behaviour and welfare, Zoo management and conservation. Alongside these, you will undertake a large research project on your own area of interest. Moulton College Animal Welfare Centre incorporating a wide range of mammal, bird, reptile amphibian, fish and insect species. Moulton College Equine Yard. Moulton College commercial dairy herd and sheep flock. Laboratory facilities at Moulton College. 1 year full-time or 2 years part-time Applicants should have completed a FdSc or HND programme in an animal science related field. We would welcome applications from mature students or people who are seeking part-time opportunities. including presentations, reports, written work, group debates and exams. You will also produce a large research project on an area of your choice and an academic poster. Recent graduates have successfully furthered their careers in a wide variety of animal-related positions including as canine hydrotherapists, welfare officers, nutrition specialists, animal technicians and college lecturers. Others have gone on to further education in the animal sciences in areas such as animal welfare, physiotherapy and veterinary nursing. You will go on organised trips relevant to your programme of study. Previous visits have included zoos, nutrition companies and various other animal industry organisations. All students are involved in a Student Animal Welfare Conference in collaboration with other colleges, during which selected individuals will present their research either orally or in poster form. Additional courses are made available for you to undertake, alongside a range of careers guidance events

12 Animal Studies Animal Studies Animal Welfare MSc Animal Welfare UCAS Code: N/A This master s programme enables students who have already completed a degree in a related subject to further explore in depth the field of animal welfare. The course is designed to help you progress to higher level studies or entry into higher level welfare positions. Structure and Content of the Course During this course you will approach the issues of animal welfare from a variety of different perspectives by: exploring the motivations and physiological control behind behaviour. investigating the range of potential animal welfare concerns within industry and practical ways to assess and tackle them. looking at how different people s perspectives can influence their approaches to animal welfare. you will also explore the process of conducting effective research in your own area of interest. This is a theory based course but will draw upon the commercial animal facilities run by the college, all of which are available for use during the research project stage. Moulton College Animal Welfare Centre incorporating a wide range of mammal, bird, reptile amphibian, fish and insect species. Moulton College Equine Yard. Moulton College commercial dairy herd and sheep flock months full-time. A variety of part time options are available (maximum 5 years of study). A good undergraduate honours degree of 2.1 class or above in an animal-related or natural sciences subject. Applicants with extensive, relevant, work experience but no formal qualifications may also apply and will be considered on an individual basis. including presentations, reports, academic posters and group project tenders. You will also produce a large research project on an animal welfare area of your choice. Recent graduates have successfully furthered their careers in a wide variety of higher-level, animalrelated positions including as industry welfare officers, educational officers and college lecturers. Others have gone on to pursue further education at PhD level. You will go on organised trips relevant to your programme of study. Previous visits have included the Animal Health Trust and Animal Reception Centre at Heathrow. All students are involved in a Student Animal Welfare Conference in collaboration with other colleges, attended by key speakers from within the animal welfare sector. Additional courses are made available for you to undertake, alongside a range of careers guidance events

13 Animal Studies Arboriculture and Horticulture Animal Physiotherapy MSc Animal Physiotherapy UCAS Code: D300 This master s programme enables those who have already completed a degree in a related subject to train as qualified animal physiotherapists. Designed to cover the key aspects of physiotherapy within the canine and equine sectors, this course will combine theoretical, practical and professional aspects to allow you to leave as a trained professional within this area. Individual modules may also be studied as part of a continuing professional development programme. During this course you will gain a thorough comprehension of the animal physiotherapy and associated veterinary industry You, will focus on professional practice and working within the legislative framework that surrounds the field. You will gain practical ability in physiotherapy assessment and, in addition, the academic knowledge to further develop research to support the use of physiotherapy. Clinical placements are an integral part of this programme of study and will allow you to undertake professional, as well as academic, practice. Moulton College Small Animal Therapy Centre including canine hydrotherapy and aqua treadmill. Moulton College Equine Therapy Centre including equine hydrotherapy, aqua treadmill, cryotherapy and solarium. Strong connections to accrediting bodies within the animal physiotherapy sector months full-time. A variety of part time options are available (maximum 5 years of study). A good undergraduate honours degree of 2.1 class or above in an animal or human science subject. Practical experience with dogs and horses is highly desirable. Applicants already working within the industry are encouraged to apply and all applications will be considered on an individual basis. Arboriculture and Horticulture Arboriculture and horticulture bring together a foundation base in plant and soil science to underpin technical skills and academic study. In arboriculture there are opportunities to study trees and the landscape by undertaking tree surveys and developing an understanding of legislative framework for arboriculture practice. In horticulture the technical skills include garden design principles, technical drawing and computer aided design. You will also develop an understanding of garden history and landscape construction. Resources The College s extensive grounds provide facilities for the study of arboriculture and horticulture. These include an arboretum which was extended in 2000 to provide a wider range species of trees. For horticultural studies, there is purpose built garden centre and nursery and teaching glasshouses and laboratories. Links with Industry Excellent links are maintained with employers in the sector including local authorities and design practices. There are also strong links with representative industry bodies including the Arboricultural Association, the International Society of Arboriculture, the Institute of Horticulture and the Royal Horticulture Society amongst others. The College also has well-developed links with local stately homes and gardens. Experienced and highly qualified staff The teaching members of staff have various higher education qualifications and industrial experience. The subject area has generated research output regarding the application of science-based research to practical arboricutural and horticultural issues that industry have identified. Career opportunities Recent graduates have found employment in a wide range of sectors including private practices, voluntary organisations and professional sports clubs including golf clubs. including presentations, reports, case studies, academic posters and group project tenders. You will also produce a large research project on an animal physiotherapy area of your choice. Upon completion of this programme, you will be able to enter directly into the animal physiotherapy industry and associated accrediting bodies. Guest lecturers from within the animal physiotherapy industry will play a key role in the delivery of this course. Strong links to national accrediting bodies will assist you in locating your clinical placements. Additional courses are made available for you to undertake, alongside a range of careers guidance events

14 Arboriculture and Horticulture Arboriculture and Horticulture Arboriculture FdSc Arboriculture UCAS Code: D510 The course includes the study of tree biology and ecology, pests and diseases and tree management. In addition, emphasis is placed upon legislation relating to trees in urban and rural settings and on tree surveying and inspection techniques. On this course you will study a core of plant science, dendrology, arboriculture practice and tree surveying. Industrial placements form a key part of this course and you will be required to secure relevant employment in the arboriculture sector to complete the course successfully. The first stage develops knowledge of aspects of plant and soil science and the application of this to tree growth and establishment. You will also study dendrology, taxonomy, machinery management and develop relevant practical skills. During stage two you will consider aspects of business management relevant to small businesses and the principles of contract management. The place of trees in the design of landscapes is considered and training in research methods is provided. Industrial experience and research forms a key part of this course whereby you will also complete an industrial placement and an individual project relevant to arboriculture. The college estate with its range of semi-natural terrestrial and aquatic habitats. The arboriculture workshop with chainsaw and arboriculture climbing resources. Brixworth Country Park, a local park with a range of broadleaf and coniferous woodland. Partnership and research work with the Althorp Estate, the Forestry Commission, Stowe Landscape Gardens, Lamport Hall and Kelmarsh Estate. 2 years full-time and 3 years part-time A typical offer would be 120 UCAS tariff points. We welcome international applications and mature applicants with a range of non-traditional educational or professional qualifications. Applicants are expected to demonstrate an interest in arboriculture. including project work, presentations, reports, written work, oral presentations and time-constrained tests. You will also be expected to produce a project relevant to arboriculture and, as part of this, you will be expected to complete an academic poster. A variety of career options are open to you on completion of this course. These include employment with local authorities as tree inspectors, arboriculture contractors, town planners and tree consultants. You may progress to the BSc (Hons) Land Management topup Degree or the Royal Forestry Society Professional Diploma in Arboriculture, depending on your experience and previous education. This course includes an element of commercial experience within the arboriculture subject area. Partnership working and visits with local employers, organisations and as part of ongoing research projects. Opportunities to undertake work placements with local authorities, arboriculture consultancies and tree surgeons