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ANW3025 – Advanced Animal Physiology
Field: ANIMAL WELFARE
Co-ordinator: Denise Gibson
Credit Value: 20
Level: 6
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: MC - Advanced Animal Physiology (Moulton College), Coursework: 50% Exam: 50%
Designated for: Designated for: BSc Applied Animal Studies; BSc Applied Animal Studies Top-Up;
Description: This module will encourage students to integrate their knowledge of physiology and function and to assess the impact of changing external conditions on animal life. The central role of body communication systems will be evaluated in relation to behaviour control and stress. Implications of practical animal management will be reviewed.
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ANW3030 – Advanced Wildlife Conservation and Management
Field: ANIMAL WELFARE
Co-ordinator: Mark Edwards
Credit Value: 20
Level: 6
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: MC - Advanced Wildlife Conservation And Management (Moulton College), Coursework: 40% Exam: 60%
Designated for: Designated for: BSc Applied Animal Studies; BSc Applied Animal Studies Top-Up; BSc Applied Zoology;
Description: This module allows students to gain specialist skills which can be applied to the conservation and management of species and habitats. This module will complement the 'Ecological Survey Techniques for Fauna' level 5 module and build on the level 4 'Field Ecology' module. The module is compulsory for students following the Zoo Management and Conservation stream.
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ANW3031 – Equine Behaviour
Field: ANIMAL WELFARE
Co-ordinator: Sophie Sparrow
Credit Value: 20
Level: 6
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: Two Level 2 Equine modules
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: MC - Equine Behaviour (Moulton College), Coursework: 100%
Designated for:
Description: This module is designed develop students' understanding of the basis of horse behaviour and apply this knowledge to the development of equine management systems. Equine training methods will be evaluated and individual differences in horse behaviour will be investigated and related to suitability for purpose. The causes, treatment and prevention of abnormal behaviour in the horse will also be discussed. Students will also develop the skills required for competent behaviour sampling and recording.
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ANW3039 – Epidemiology and Biosecurity
Field: ANIMAL WELFARE
Co-ordinator: Charlotte Henry
Credit Value: 20
Level: 6
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: MC - Immunity, Disease Surveillance And Biosecurity (Moulton College), Coursework: 50% Exam: 50%
Designated for: Designated for: BSc Applied Animal Studies; BSc Applied Animal Studies Top-Up;
Description: This module is designed to explore the epidemiology of a range of animal diseases alongside the required management techniques for effective control. It develops the student's knowledge of the immune system in relation to the use of vaccination programmes. It elaborates on the principles of disease transmission, surveillance and biosecurity.
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ANW3040 – Behavioural Ecology
Field: ANIMAL WELFARE
Co-ordinator: Mark Edwards
Credit Value: 20
Level: 6
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: MC - Behavioural Ecology (Moulton College), Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: BSc Applied Animal Studies; BSc Applied Animal Studies Top-Up; BSc Applied Zoology; BSc Ecology & Wildlife Conservation;
Description: The aim of this module is to explore theories of behavioural ecology. This underpins all studies of animal behaviour and is critical for understanding all animals. Central theories and case studies will be explored, with a focus on how behaviour impacts fitness (survival and reproduction) and how behaviours have evolved.
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ANW3042 – Applied Animal Behaviour and Welfare
Field: ANIMAL WELFARE
Co-ordinator: Nicola Field
Credit Value: 20
Level: 6
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: MC - Applied Animal Behaviour And Welfare (Moulton College), Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: BSc Applied Animal Studies; BSc Applied Animal Studies Top-Up;
Description: This module aims to examine and critically appraised scientific advances in the field of animal behaviour and welfare and how they can be applied to solving common practical problems in a range of environments and systems. Consideration of opinions in formulating a argue with scholarly dialect will be developed.
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ANW3043 – Applied Equine Therapies
Field: ANIMAL WELFARE
Co-ordinator: Sophie Sparrow
Credit Value: 20
Level: 6
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: ANW2046
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: MC - Applied Equine Therapies (Moulton College), Coursework: 100%
Designated for:
Description: The aim of this module is to apply knowledge and understanding of the equine therapies sector and how the various therapies can be applied for a specific outcome. The learner will critically evaluate the use of therapies and associated modalities in relation to case study scenarios relating to injury, illness, fitness, performance and welfare.
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ANW3048 – Advanced Methods in Zoology
Field: ANIMAL WELFARE
Co-ordinator: Denise Gibson
Credit Value: 20
Level: 6
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: MC - Advanced Methods In Zoology (Moulton College), Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: BSc Applied Zoology;
Description: The purpose of this module is to explore in depth the wide range of advanced techniques being used to investigate areas of zoology. It will provide students with both theoretical appreciation and practical experience of applying these methods to problems.The aim is to enable students to:? Develop knowledge of a wide range of techniques applied to research studies in zoological fields.? Gain experience of applying advanced methods of investigation to zoological case studies.
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ANW3051 – Performance Analysis and Rehabilitation
Field: ANIMAL WELFARE
Co-ordinator: Sophie Sparrow
Credit Value: 20
Level: 6
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites:
Assessment: MC - Performance Analysis And Rehabilitation (Moulton College), Coursework: 50% Exam: 50%
Designated for:
Description: The aim of this module is for the learners to develop knowledge gained at level 5 and cohesively combine for a holistic evaluation of performance in the equine athlete. This includes but is not limited to the fields of exercise physiology, sports injury, biomechanics, practical rehabilitation and nutrition. Learners will focus on the competition horse and evaluate and apply strategies regarding the optimization or improvement of performance in a range of disciplines.
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ANW3053 – Zoos and Aquaria in the 21st Century
Field: ANIMAL WELFARE
Co-ordinator: Mark Edwards
Credit Value: 20
Level: 6
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: MC - Zoos And Aquaria In The 21st Century (Moulton College), Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: BSc Applied Animal Studies; BSc Applied Animal Studies Top-Up; BSc Applied Zoology; BSc Ecology & Wildlife Conservation;
Description: The purpose of this module is to explore the evolving purpose of animal collections through the lens of animal welfare whilst evaluating their validity as vehicles for conservation in a world of declining biodiversity and increasingly fragmented habitats.
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ANW4004 – Research Project
Field: ANIMAL WELFARE
Co-ordinator: Mark Edwards
Credit Value: 40
Level: 6
Timetable Slot:
Pre-requisites: ANW2070 for BSc Applied Animal Studies, BSc Applied Zoology, BSc Equine performance & therapies, BSc Ecology & Wildlife Conservation
Co-requisites: None
Assessment: MC - Research Project (Moulton College), Coursework: 100% MCSPO - Research Project (Sports Performance & Coaching) (Moulton College), Coursework: 100% MCEQ - Research Project (Equine) (Moulton College), Coursework: 100% MCSTH - Research Project (Sports Therapy) (Moulton College), Coursework: 100%
Designated for: Designated for: BSc Applied Zoology;
Description: The purpose of this module is to provide students with the opportunity to carry out an independent investigation into a subject of relevance to their field of study. The project is expected to include some original practical research work and will require students to analyse primary data.