are inclusive in nature, are fundamentally significant to these strategies and methods, as are where and how these are specifically distributed within the programme. Ordered by graduate attributes and skills, the following table provides a map of the above, plus an exposition to describe and explain the ideas and strategy of each. Therefore, subsequent to the initial completion for approval, maintenance of this table as and when programme structure changes occur is also important: FHEQ level: FdSc Animal Behaviour and Psychology Level 4 & 5 Definitions of Graduate Attributes and Skills Relevant to this Programme Teaching and Learning Strategy / Methods Prog Aims Prog intended Learning Outcomes Range of Assessments Related Core Modules FD Benchmark Biosciences Psychology General Business and Management The basis of non-human behaviour. The interaction between ecology, physiology and behaviour. Observation and recording of non-human behaviour. Psychological theories and research in animal behaviour and in the solving of behavioural problems. Practical usefulness of different behavioural Lectures and tutorials Directed independent study Learning from work experience Case studies Problem-solving exercises Report writing On-line Moodle materials Practical work UoP student portal 1,4 5 2,3,4 1,4 Biosciences 3.2; 3.3; 3.4 Psychology 7.3 Business and Management 3. Biosciences 3.2; 3.3; 3.4 Psychology 7.3 Key knowledge and understanding is assessed via a combination of examinations, essays, presentations and seminar performances. All CORN231; CORN213; CORN252 the of to
P/T Route Year When in Year? (i.e. Autumn, Spring etc) Core or Option Module Credits Module Year 1 1 Core 10 ASR113 Animal Training 1 Core 20 CORC1013 Personal and Employability Skills Development 1 Core 20 CORN180 Fundamentals of Animal Behaviour 1 Core 10 CORN178 Evolutionary Theories 1 Core 20 CORN147 Psychological Principles Year 2 2 Core 20 CORN154 Hygiene, Health and Welfare of Captive Animals 2 Core 20 CORN130 Anthrozoology 2 Core 20 CORN231 Applied Psychology 2 Core 20 CORN213 Behavioural Ecology Year 3 3 Core 20 CORN219 Education and Interpretation in Public Spaces 3 Core 20 CORN252 Animal Behaviour in Practice 3 Core 20 CORN230 Animal Behaviour Management and Therapy 3 Core 20 NQS219 Individual Research Project PS13. Explanation and Mapping of Learning Outcomes, Teaching & Learning and Assessment Developing graduate attributed and skills, at any level of HE , is dependent on the clarity of strategies and methods for identifying the attributes and skills relevant to the programme and where and how these are operationalised. The interrelated factors of Teaching, Learning and Assessment and how these
interact effectively within a team / learning group, manage learning using resources for the discipline communicate effectively in a manner appropriate to the discipline (in standard English oral, written, using ICT) take responsibility for own learning with minimum direction manage information with the ability to select appropriate data from a range of sources and develop appropriate research strategies Library and other research exercises Group work awareness and practice Computer-based learning and assessment Class and seminar interactions and feedback 1,2,3,4 5 1,2,3,4 Biosciences 3.4; 3.7; 3.8 Psychology 7.5; 7.7 Business and Management 3.9 Biosciences 3.4; 3.7; 3.8 Psychology 7.5; 7.7 Coursework of all types Examination preparation and completion Assessed discussions Group work assessments All NQS219 CORN219 Learners will have demonstrated an ability to apply skills developed within the course to industry related scenarios and will be required to complete a range of assessment. FD Benchmark Biosciences Psychology General Business and Management None 1,2,3,4,5 Biosciences 3.6; 3.8; 3.9; 3.10 Psychology 7.6; 7.7 General Business and Management; 3.9; 5.4; Demonstrate and apply scientific understanding of animal behaviour, behaviour analysis and therapy, Apply knowledge of self-employment requirements All
1,2,3,4 5 Biosciences 3.6; 3.8; 3.9; 3.10 Psychology 7.6; 7.7 General Business and Management; 5.4; 5.5; Possess excellent communication skills and work effectively and positively with people and various animal species. NQS219; CORN252; CORN219; CORN230 An explanation for embedding Employment Related Skills through Teaching & Learning and Assessment at this level of the programme: Learners will have demonstrated an ability to apply skills developed within the course to industry related scenarios and will be required to complete a range of assessment. FD Benchmark Biosciences Psychology General Business and Management Specific computer and information technology skills Observational techniques Laboratory work Projects Designated tasks Lectures and tutorials Learning from work None. 1,2,4 Biosciences 3.6; 3.7 Psychology 7.6 Project work Competence in a range of communication techniques CORC1013 ARS113 NQS219; CORN252; CORN219; CORN230 Learners will have demonstrated an ability to apply skills developed within the course to industry related scenarios and will be required to complete a range assessment.
PS14. Work Based/ Related Learning WBL is an essential element of Foundation Degrees and therefore needs to be detailed here. However, for all types of HE Programmes there should be an element of employability focus through, at least, Work Related Learning, and therefore the following is applicable for all: FdSc Animal Behaviour & Psychology Levels 4 & 5 Plan, design and execute practical activities using appropriate techniques and procedures Undertake field/coursework with due regard for safety and risk assessment Throughout the programme Levels 4, and 5 Apply graduate attributes and skills; apply career management skills: apply lifelong learning skills: business and organisational awareness demonstrate an international outlook Key knowledge and understanding is assessed via a combination of : Essays/projects/dissertations Examinations/tests Coursework/group work on practical application questions Reflective assignments ALL Core Modules Work Based Learning is embedded throughout level 4, and 5 of this programme. Many assignments require students to complete observations, reflect on practice and apply theory to practice. These activities make a clear link between academic theoretical learning and that of professional practice.