Hartpury University Prospectus

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This degree has been developed in response to rapid industry growth. Emerging science and technology allow us to investigate training practices designed to improve the human-animal bond. We can also apply this knowledge to competitive sports that utilise human and animal performance, as well as animal rehabilitation. You’ll learn through engaging lectures and interactive practical sessions with access to our excellent industry links with experts in both domestic and commercial environments. Industry opportunities Gain experience on campus with our commercial equine and canine therapy centres. Benefit from our links with leading behaviourists, trainers and coaches across the canine, equine and zoo animal sectors. This course is ideal for those who have a passion for training animals, and would like to turn that passion into a career in animal performance and rehabilitation. Now is an exciting time to pursue an animal career. On this course, you’ll work with different species to develop your expertise in training, performance and rehabilitation. Animal Training and Performance BSc (Hons) / BSc (Hons) with Foundation year

Graduate Profile

Jenna Miles Dog Trainer, Royal Army Veterinary Corps (RAVC) BSc Animal Behaviour and Welfare

Entry requirements A typical offer is 112 UCAS tariff points; 32-48 UCAS tariff points with Foundation year See entry requirements on pages 149-150 Typical offer information is for guidance only Find out more at www.hartpury.ac.uk

"I’ve travelled to places like

Afghanistan, America and Lebanon, helping to search vehicles for arms and explosives. I’ve found myself in Camp Bastion, Lashkar Gah and Sangin, as well as on the other side of the Atlantic, working with role-specific search dogs being used in war zones. The qualifications and skills I gained at Hartpury helped me to get my job. The facilities and standard of teaching were extremely good."

UCAS code C865 3 years CF65 4 years with Foundation year

Foundation year - Gain the subject-specific knowledge needed for the BSc degree

Integrated placement year - An optional extra year in industry to prepare for your career

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Graduate destinations •• Trainer / Behaviourist* •• Dog Handler •• Rescue and rehabilitation •• Animal Warden / Officer

The £25 billion** global animal health market is predicted to continue its rapid growth Gain the knowledge and expertise to join this evolving industry at a very exciting time

•• Coach / Performance Analyst for competitive sports such as dog agility, dog sled racing, canicross and across equestrian sport

**Statista 2017

Jenna working for the RAVC in Afghanistan, training dogs to search for explosives

*Extra industry-recognised accreditations are recommended to move into these roles