Canine Therapy BSc (Hons)
Writtle University College
Key Course Facts
Student Reviews
Below you can see course specific reviews of 60 graduates of Canine Therapy BSc (Hons) and other courses in Animal Science at Writtle University College for each of the survey questions in comparison to the average for all UK degree courses in Animal Science.
Primarily based on data from undergraduate degree students.
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Salary
Salary of Graduates in Animal Science
Important: Salary data below is not course specific, but contains data of all students of Animal Science at the university. Due to data collection methodology, salary data is mainly based on data related to undergraduate students.
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £21000 | £19000 | £22500 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £19500 - £23000 | £15500 - £24000 | £17000 - £29000 |
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Salary of all UK Graduates of Animal Science
| 15 months after graduation | 3 years after graduation | 5 years after graduation | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Median salary | £20947 | £17457 | £20082 |
| 25-75 percentile range | £18315 - £23977 | £13961 - £21631 | £15919 - £25642 |
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Course Description
We are pleased to confirm that Writtle University College and ARU (Anglia Ruskin University) are joining together. The merger will happen during the 23/24 academic year. Writtle's full range of Higher and Further Education courses will continue to be delivered on site at the Writtle campus, enhanced by resources available at nearby ARU. If you are starting your course in September 2024, your degree will be awarded by ARU.
The purpose of this programme is to provide a balance of vocational and academic study that is intellectually challenging, vocationally relevant and provides clear foundations to pursue a progressive career in the field of Canine Therapy.
Academic knowledge and understanding reinforces and supports the development of vocational skills equipping the students with the abilities and the knowledge relevant to their employment or the need of their employers.
The BSc (Hons) in Canine Therapy will produce highly qualified clinicians specialised in all aspects of canine therapy, hydrotherapy, massage therapy and behavioural therapy. All three are popular disciplines within the industry and students will acquire basic skills enabling them to pursue a career in any of these fields.
The aims of the programme are to:
Build on basic scientific principles to develop an advanced academic knowledge of the canine both in health and disease
Evaluate normal and abnormal movement patterns in the dog, including assessment for compensatory mechanisms that may change movement patterns or elicit pain
To investigate, explore and appraise areas of canine therapy and rehabilitation to devise and apply professional and clinical strategies to case studies
Devise structured rehabilitation plans for injured or post-operative animals and introduce a plan to re-educate the structures relevant to the normal patterns of that animal
Apply diagnostic techniques and clinical therapeutic skills in an appropriate manner
Complete a portfolio of evidence demonstrating skill in the workplace when applying therapies to dogs
Demonstrate the skills to run a business and interact with other professionals, such as the veterinary surgeon or trainer
Think constructively and critically, discuss and evaluate concepts and theories, propose sound and reasoned solutions justifying clinical options and choice of treatment to solve issues related to health and disease of the canine
Recognition from specific professional bodies is currently being sought. The clinical skills for hydrotherapy and massage therapy will be informed by professional placements in commercially-run sessions on WUC premises.
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 Canine Therapy BSc (Hons) at Writtle University College
| 40% | Elementary occupations |
| 10% | Caring personal services |
| 5% | Administrative occupations |
| 5% | Other Health Professionals |
| 5% | Teaching Professionals |
| 5% | Elementary occupations |
| 0% | Therapy professionals |
| 0% | Managers, directors and senior officials |
| 0% | Sales occupations |
| 0% | Teaching and Childcare Support Occupation |
Grading Distribution
Students of the course received the following grades
Entry Requirements / Admissions
Minimum Required UCAS Tariff
96 UCAS tariff points, to include one GCE A level grade C or above Also, you will be able to demonstrate good physical fitness, and animal handling skills experience corresponding to at least 150 hours for canine under the supervision of various providers. If the placements are done prior to the interview, letters from the providers stating the date and length of the placements, the animal handling activities undertook and the skills developed must be submitted during the interview. If the placements have not been done prior to the interview, letters from the providers stating the date and length of the coming placements must be submitted during the interview. All placements must have been effective before the beginning of the course. Placement must be less than three years old to be taken into consideration. Owning a dog cannot constitute evidence of dog's practical handling.
UCAS Tariff of Accepted Students for this course
This particular course
Qualification requirements
Access to HE Diploma
Costs
Tuition Fees Canine Therapy 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 |
| EU | £14000 | year 1 |
| International | £14000 | year 1 |
Additional fee information
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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:
- year 1 (Default entry point)
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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