Cornwall College Newquay

Cornwall College Newquay is a friendly campus specialising in zoology, marine and surf science and is well-known for high quality teaching and research.

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Featured Courses

FdSc Animal Behaviour and Psychology

Level 5 • Full-time • Cornwall College Newquay

This programme introduces you to the different ways in which zoologists and psychologists research and interpret animal behaviour. Through study of the underpinning science you will learn about techniques used in the management of animal behaviour in a range of contexts and species, e.g. companion animals, working dogs, enrichment for captive zoo animals. You will focus on behaviour in the main vertebrate groups. There will be a particular emphasis on consideration of the welfare of animals and the promotion of humane treatment of animals. As an FdSc Animal Behaviour & Psychology graduate you will have developed skills which prepare you for employment in animal training, welfare assessment, animal husbandry and other related fields of work. Work-related learning is embedded within the Personal & Employability Skills Development and Animal Behaviour in Practice modules. You will have the opportunity to experience the world of work, even if you are studying full-time.

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FdSc Marine Conservation

Level 5 • Part-time • Cornwall College Newquay

There has never been a more pressing need for trained marine biologists who understand the threats facing life in the oceans. This programme allows you to gain an understanding of the science underlying marine conservation; whilst our location on the beautiful wild coast of north Cornwall enables you to study a wide variety of aquatic habitats and marine wildlife at first hand. Designed in close consultation with the marine industry, this exciting and vibrant programme is highly relevant if you would like a career in the expanding field of marine biology and conservation. The first year will give you a firm grounding in aquatic ecology, marine and biological science, as well as developing practical survey skills. In the second year there are more specialised modules covering topics such as fish ecology and marine invertebrates. There is a large element of work-related learning integrated within the programme and you will have the opportunity to talk to many experts in the field and visit professional institutions; we have strong links with commercial partners Blue Reef Aquarium, the National Lobster Hatchery and Cornwall Wildlife Trust. Marine Conservation in Practice develops skills in stakeholder engagement and outreach activities. It also incorporates the requirement to gain 100 hours of relevant work-based experience.

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BSc (Hons) Applied Marine Zoology

Level 6 • Full-time • Cornwall College Newquay

What is more exciting or enigmatic than the life in our oceans? We still know so little about this alien world which makes up 98% of the living space on our planet, but with technology developing at such a pace more and more discoveries are being made. It is an exciting time to be involved in any aspect of marine science; a crucial one too, as our impact on the world’s oceans has never been greater. Foundation degree students who wish to progress to an honours degree can apply for third year entry to our top-up programme. You will need to have studied an appropriate foundation degree programme. The BSc has been designed to develop your interest and hone your professional skills to equip you for work in a growing industry. Situated on the beautiful coast of North Cornwall we are perfectly located for fieldwork and we have a strong practical element running through the programme. You will get hands-on experience in using sampling and survey equipment, as well as planning and undertaking marine surveys: from plankton trawls, to underwater video mapping and offshore marine life surveys. During your studies you will develop your understanding of marine animals; working from cellular processes up to whole organism and ecosystem levels. In Year 1 you will receive a firm grounding in aquatic ecology, marine and biological science as well as developing practical survey skills before moving on to more specialised modules, such as fish ecology and marine vertebrate biology and conservation in your second year. In your final year, you will choose from options such as GIS and marine environmental management, monitoring marine ecosystems and marine pollution and ecotoxicology as well as undertaking your own research for your honours project. Employers expect graduates to be skilled communicators and you will find that coursework takes a variety of formats; from scientific reports and posters, to presentations and discussions. In addition most modules have test or exam elements.

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BSc (Hons) Applied Zoology & Conservation (including sandwich year)

Level 6 • Full-time • Cornwall College Newquay

The BSc (Hons) Applied Zoology and Conservation is a full-time four year programme designed to equip you with the necessary skills and knowledge to work within the field of conservation. Modules cover a range of subjects from anatomy and physiology to behaviour and population/habitat management. There is an emphasis on practical application using both national and international examples, and utilising field specialists within the institute and externally as guest speakers to discuss current issues and research in zoological conservation. The placement year will take place between years 2 and 3, requiring a total of 26 weeks on placement with either a single or multiple relevant employers/organisations. During the placement year you will need to conduct an independent research project and will be supported in the lead up to the placement and throughout by a placement year supervisor. The research conducted as part of the placement year project cannot be used for the Honours Project in Year 3.

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Facilities

Learning Centre

The Learning Centre (LC) staff are information specialists who are here to help you with finding, using & assessing information in any format. Approachable, knowledgeable & friendly, we support you with:

research & study skills
Moodle (the College Virtual Learning Environment)
finding books, journals, eBooks & eJournals
using specific software
avoiding plagiarism and creating references

What is available?

Books (for your course and for reading for pleasure) and journals to borrow
Study spaces for individual study and group work in a WiFi Hotspot to use with your own equipment
Computers, laptops & tablets to use in the LC

As a College student you will have access from home or on the move to the Learning Centre catalogue and Moodle, use the links below:

Learning Centre catalogue: (which gives you access to 97,000 items held within the Cornwall College group LCs including eBooks)

Moodle: (the College Virtual Learning Environment for your online course and the Virtual Learning Centre)

Contact Details:

newquay.learningcentre@cornwall.ac.uk

01637 857964

International Field Trips

Studying at Cornwall College Newquay gives you access to incredible opportunities, including international field trips to South Africa, Borneo and Honduras.

Darwin's Deli

A small café offering all home-made locally sources snacks and light meals everyday. We sell a wide range of sandwiches, rolls, baguettes, wraps, salads, jacket potatoes, homemade quiche, homemade soup and other exciting homemade food.

Our aim is to supply food which is locally produced, free range, organic, farm assured, English and where possible from sustainable sources.

Opening times:
Monday – Friday9.45am – 1.30pm
Tuesday – Thursday 9.30am – 1.30pm

Exciting Partnerships

Our own classrooms in Newquay Zoo are only a stone’s throw away and we use Blue Reef Aquarium and classrooms on Fistral Beach as teaching environments. We work closely in partnership with Cornwall Wildlife Trust, Cornwall Reptile & Amphibian Group, Cornwall Birds, Cornish Birds of Prey, Cornwall Seal Group Research Trust, Newquay Marine Group and Skindog Surfboards to name a few.

Marine Conservation Zone

Our campus is located within walking distance of The Gannel, a tidal river which has recently been given Marine Conservation Zone (MCZ) status, provides a great place to research birds, plants and fish. Not to mention, the range of marine and moorland habitats Newquay and wider Cornwall has to offer.

Wild Things

We have on-campus conservation areas including a pond with dipping platform and wildflower meadow that are great for studying nature up close.

Subject Areas

Animal Management & Veterinary Nursing

Marine & Natural Environment

Wildlife Conservation & Zoology

Partnerships

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Events

Virtual University Open Day at Cornwall College Newquay – May 2021

20 May 2021, 17:00-19:00

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News

Sustainability tops college timetable during week-long eco conference

12th April 2021

A leading local college is renewing its focus on sustainability by hosting many of Cornwall’s most influential voices from the environmental movement in a series of talks and workshops.

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Apprenticeship Games returns – do you have what it takes?

6th April 2021

Registration has opened for this year’s nationally renowned Apprenticeship Games, The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), who organise the event, have announced.

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Free training and courses for adults to boost career prospects

31st March 2021

Adults across Devon and Cornwall can boost their job prospects with a free course and training offer that launches this week.

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Cornish students create virtual Honduras field trip experience

26th March 2021

A group of games design students from Cornwall College have overcome the current travel restrictions in an ingenious way, having come up with a virtual field trip game for fellow students in conservation.

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Ofsted awards The Cornwall College Group highest judgement – significant progress – following monitoring visit

17th March 2021

Ofsted has awarded the highest possible outcome for The Cornwall College Group (TCCG), following a successful monitoring inspection in February.

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