Animal Therapy (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
Writtle University College
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 35 graduates of Animal Therapy (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) and other courses in Others in Veterinary Sciences at Writtle University College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Others in Veterinary Sciences.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of all UK Graduates of
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £23554 | £21433 | £23263 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £20902 - £25723 | £17575 - £24837 | £18725 - £27075 |
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Course Description
Studying for a degree with an integrated foundation year will offer you a supportive environment if you have been out of education for a few years or do not have the necessary UCAS points from your recent course of study.
The foundation year (Year 0) will precede our standard 3-year degree course programmes and enables preparation for degree study, with successful completion granting direct access to the undergraduate course of your choice at Writtle University College.
This full-time programme of study allows students to progress through a high quality undergraduate course in animal therapy to gain both academic and practical skills. Study will involve both large and companion animals with a major focus being on horses and dogs. Students are eligible to apply for funding through Student Finance. The course gives students a fabulous opportunity to excel in both an academic and professional setting alongside professionally qualified clinicians. Obtaining a BSc Animal Therapy will also allow students to apply for membership Animal Health Professions Register (AHPR). Our team at Writtle have a wide range of knowledge which covers both academic and professional experience. We have veterinary surgeons, nutrition and behaviour specialists, biomechanists and a range of experienced therapy staff that are qualified in veterinary physiotherapy, animal manipulation (McTimoney), massage and myofascial release.
Jobs & Career Perspectives
15 months after graduation, graduates of this course were asked about what they do and, if they are working, about their current job and their perspectives.
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Current jobs
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Required skill level of job after 15 months
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Jobs of graduates of this course (15 months after graduation)
Example below based on all graduates of Animal Therapy (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons) at Writtle University College
| 70% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 20% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Business and public service associate professionals |
Entry Requirements / Admissions
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for Others in Veterinary Sciences
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Costs
Tuition Fees Animal Therapy (with Foundation Year) BSc (Hons)
| England UK | £9250 | year 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | year 1 |
| Ireland | £9250 | year 1 |
| EU | £13080 | year 1 |
| International | £13080 | year 1 |
Average student cost of living in the UK
| Rent | £518 |
| Water, gas electricity, internet (at home) | £50 |
| Supermarket shopping | £81 |
| Clothing | £35 |
| Eating out | £33 |
| Alcohol | £27 |
| Takeaways / food deliveries | £30 |
| Going out / entertainment (excl.alcohol, food) | £24 |
| Holidays and weekend trips | £78 |
| Transport within city | £17 |
| Self-care / sports | £20 |
| Stationary / books | £13 |
| Mobile phone / internet | £13 |
| Cable TV / streaming | £7 |
| Insurance | £51 |
| Other | £95 |
| Average student cost of living | £1092 |
London costs approx 34% more than average, mainly due to rent being 67% higher than average of other cities. For students staying in student halls, costs of water, gas, electricity, wifi are generally included in the rental. Students in smaller cities where accommodation is in walking/biking distance transport costs tend to be significantly smaller.
How to apply
Application deadline:
January 1, 2025
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Possible Entry Points:
- Foundation
About Writtle University College
Writtle University College (WUC) is located in a natural setting near Chelmsford, where students can enrol in vocational subjects related to Animal Care, Agriculture, Equine study, and more. New students can expect a green campus specialised in animal and agricultural sciences, with the possibility of studying Part-time or as a part of their Short Courses or Certificates of Competence.
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Student composition of Writtle University College
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Total number of students enrolled at Writtle University College by level Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
- undergraduates:
- 685
- postgraduates:
- 60
- Total:
- 745
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Number of students enrolled in courses of subject “Animal Health”: 655 Academic year 2021/22 - Full-time equivalent student enrollments published by Higher Education Statistics Agency (HESA) on February 2022
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