BSc (Hons) Animal Conservation Science or Biosciences at Plymouth University. There is no requirement to pay to undertake the bridging module if you choose to continue your studies. You may also use the credits that you have gained to apply for entry to other degree courses, such as the BSc (Hons) Environmental Resource Management and BSc (Hons) Applied Zoology at Cornwall College (see earlier qualifications requirements). The contribution of marks from prior levels of study to the progression award is governed by University regulations. PS10. Admissions Criteria Qualification(s) Required for Entry to this Programme: Details: Level 2: Level 2 Numeracy and Literacy AND/OR English, Maths and Science at Grade C or above Key Skills requirement / Higher Level Diploma: and/or GCSEs required at Grade C or above: Level 3: at least one of the following: AS/A Levels 120 UCAS Tariff points from any combination of A-level/AS-level/ Vocational A-level including at least one subject studied to A2-level. National/Extended Diploma with a profile of at least Pass Pass Pass (PPP); Advanced National Certificate – Credit overall Minimum of a pass in Advanced GNVQ in science at level 3 Pass 45 credits at Level 3 At least two "D" level passes from Scottish Higher or the Irish Higher Leaving Certificate. Advanced Level Diploma: BTEC National Certificate/Diploma: VDA: AGNVQ, AVCE, AVS: Access to HE or Year 0 provision: Irish / Scottish Highers / Advanced Highers: Work Experience: Assessed on application Other HE qualifications / non-standard awards or experiences: Assessed on application
FHEQ level: 4 Part Time (Indicative) P/T Route Year When in Year? (i.e. Autumn, Spring etc) Core or Option Module Credits Module 2 Semester 2 CORE 10 CORN153 Introduction to Animal Behaviour 2 Semester 1 CORE 10 CORN155 Evolutionary Theories 2 Semester 1 CORE 10 CORN157 Introduction to Ecology 2 Semester 2 CORE 10 CORN144 Fieldwork Techniques 2 All year CORE 20 CORC1013C Personal and Employability Skills Development FHEQ level: 5 Part Time (Indicative) P/T Route Year When in Year? (i.e. Autumn, Spring etc) Core or Option Module Credits Module 3 All year CORE 20 CORN270 Marine Vertebrate Biology and Conservation 3 All year CORE 20 CORN219 Education and Interpretation in Public Spaces 3 All year CORE 20 CORN220 Educational Event Management
Students will be able to demonstrate a knowledge of the underlying concepts and principles associated with their area(s) of study, and an ability to evaluate and interpret these within the context of that (those) area(s) of study. In particular: Knowledge and critical understanding of the well-established principles in their field of study and the way in which those principles have developed engagement with the essential facts, major concepts, principles and theories associated with the chosen discipline. Knowledge of the processes and mechanisms that have shaped the natural world in terms, for example, of the spread of time from the geological to the present and of complexity from the environmental to the cellular. The influence on living systems of human activities (and the converse) could also be considered; familiarity with the terminology, nomenclature and classification systems as appropriate; awareness of the underlying values and principles relevant to Education Studies knowledge of the diversity of learners and the • Lectures and tutorials. • Classroom discussions. • Student seminars. • Fieldwork exercises. • Laboratory practical exercises. • Self-directed study. • Research activities. • Learning from work experience. • Case studies. • Problem solving exercises c, d a, d d h b, h h b 1-5, 7-13 Key knowledge and understanding is assessed via a combination of multiple choice tests, examinations, essays, presentations and seminar performances. CORC1013C CORN171 CORN142 CORN153 CORN157 CORN155 CORN144 WEM102 a be
Students will be able to demonstrate an ability to undertake further training and develop new skills within a structured and managed environment and the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring the exercise of personal responsibility. In particular to: In ZOO6 Fieldwork and NQS107 Introduction to Ecology, students carry out practical work offsite, learning techniques to surveying a variety of species. CORN118 where students visit many zoos, wildlife parks to look how different establishments maintain the welfare of their animals. Work Based Learning will primarily be integrated into the new CORC1013 Personal and Employability Skills Development module through inclusion of job seeking skills and logged hours with employers. However, it features in other modules such as NQS101 Business Studies for the Environmental Sector and NQS107 Introduction to Ecology through guest lectures, fieldtrips, workshops, and tasks. None CORN142 CORN153 CORN157 CORN155 CORN144 WEM102 Ability to use appropriate field equipment with due regard for safety and the assessment of risk. In particular in relation to be competent users of ICT in their study and other appropriate situations Laboratory work Projects Designated tasks Lectures and tutorials Learning from work Practical industry related sessions c, h d, f, h f 2, 5-7, 9, Project work Competence in a range of business-related communication techniques CORC1013C CORN171 CORN142 CORN153 CORN157 CORN155 CORN144 WEM102
undertaking field and laboratory investigations in a responsible and safe manner, paying due attention to risk assessment, rights of access, relevant health and safety regulations, and sensitivity to the impact of investigations on the environment and stakeholders Referencing work in an appropriate manner. The ability to produce work which demonstrates the effective manipulation of sound, image and/or the written word; None Students will be able to demonstrate a knowledge of the underlying concepts and principles associated with their area(s) of study, and an ability to evaluate and interpret these within the context of that (those) area(s) of study. In particular: Knowledge and critical understanding of the • Lectures and tutorials. • Classroom discussions. • Student seminars. • Fieldwork exercises. • Laboratory practical exercises. • Self-directed study. • Research activities. • Learning from work c, d a, d 1-5, 7-13 Key knowledge and understanding is assessed via a combination of multiple choice tests, examinations, essays, presentations and seminar performances. CORN219 CORN220 CORN221 CORN263 CORN270 WEM209 ZOO216
Students will be able to demonstrate an ability to communicate accurately and reliably, and with structured and coherent arguments. Students will also be able to demonstrate an ability to take different approaches to solving problems. In particular to: Students will be able to demonstrate an ability to communicate accurately and reliably, and with structured and coherent arguments. Students will also be able to demonstrate an ability to take different approaches to solving problems. In particular to: evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems related to their area(s) of study and/or work communicate the results of their study/work accurately and reliably, and with structured and coherent arguments have the ability to organise and articulate opinions and arguments in speech and writing using relevant specialist vocabulary be able to access and evaluate bioscience information from a variety of sources and to communicate the principles both orally and in writing (eg essays, laboratory reports) in a way that is well-organised, topical and recognises the limits of current hypotheses; Library and other research exercises Group work awareness and practice Computer-based learning and assessment Class and seminar interactions and feedback c, h c, e d, h d, h h e ALL Coursework of all types Examination preparation and completion Assessed discussions Group work assessments CORN219 CORN220 CORN221 CORN263 CORN270 WEM209 ZOO216
portfolio for one of the modules and encouraged to add in education and content from all modules over level 4 and level 5 Students are required to produce a CV/application/LinkedIn response to a job advert and then undertake a mock interview for that job. Students are to produce an activity that raises money/awareness for a local charity for suitable careers and be effective at applying for employment. The wider skills needed to be successful in employment in a formal or informal educational role. effective at applying for employment. Demonstrate the wider skills needed to be successful in employment in a formal or informal educational role. Portfolio of employment evidence CORC1013C (WRL) 5 Production of materials for British Science Week Organisation of own Through the year The ability to identify and plan for suitable careers and be effective at applying for Plan for suitable careers and be effective at applying for employment. Critical review of materials produced Viva voce Presentational display CORN219 (WRL) CORN220 (WBL)