UCert Livestock Science
Aberystwyth UniversityAberystwyth, United Kingdom
Course overview
The Postgraduate Certificate in Livestock Science will provide you with a highly informed, high quality postgraduate teaching experience in the areas of livestock nutrition and livestock production, as well as grassland science. This course is taught by leading scientists in their respective fields and you will learn about the latest scientific advances in these three primary areas of livestock and animal research. This advanced subject knowledge and qualification is highly recognised by both the livestock/animal science industry and farming professions.
This online distance learning programme is designed to fit around your work and life demands. The course would suit applicants wanting to move into the animal/livestock field or update their knowledge and gain further qualifications.
Key highlights
- Covers livestock nutrition, livestock production and grassland science
- Taught by leading scientists in their respective fields
- Explores the latest scientific advances in livestock and animal research
- Qualification recognised by the livestock industry and farming professions
- Online distance learning designed to fit around work and life
Entry requirements
- Degree: 2:2 — to include related subject
Scholarships
AberDoc Scholarship
Tuition fees (up to the UK (Home) rate of £5,006 per annum). A maintenance allowance of approximately £20,780 per annum and access to a travel and conference fund (max. £1000 per annum) will also be provided.
AberGrad Scholarship
A £1,000 tuition fee discount is available to Aberystwyth graduates.
Up to £1,000Vice Chancellor’s Scholarship
UK First Honours degree will be eligible for a £3,000 discount; UK Upper Second (2:1) or Lower Second (2:2) degree will receive a £2,000 discount.
Careers this course leads to
- Livestock nutritionist
- Livestock production adviser
- Agricultural consultant
- Grassland and forage specialist
- Farm manager
- Animal science technical specialist
Admission
Applications are made through AHZ at no cost. Share your transcripts, English test scores and personal statement, and your AHZ Counsellor will review your profile, submit your application to Aberystwyth University, and guide you through interview, offer, CAS and visa — right up to enrolment.
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