Tuition Fee
GBP 650
Per course
Start Date
2025-09-09
Medium of studying
Fully Online
Duration
3 days
Program Facts
Program Details
Degree
Courses
Major
Meat Technology | Animal Science | Livestock Management
Area of study
Agriculture, Forestry, and Fisheries
Education type
Fully Online
Course Language
English
Tuition Fee
Average International Tuition Fee
GBP 650
Intakes
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2025-09-09 | - |
About Program
Program Overview
Animal Welfare and Meat Processing
Course Overview
The Animal Welfare and Meat Processing course is designed for delegates at all levels who have an interest in the meat industry and supply chain. The course covers red meat processing from leaving the farm, through slaughterhouse operations, carcass handling, and butchery, to maturation and secondary processing.
Benefits
As a result of the course, participants will be able to:
- Appraise the key factors affecting animal welfare for red meat processing from farm gate to slaughter and evaluate impact on product quality and yield.
- Analyse slaughtering and deboning operations to assess management requirements and the identification of key performance indicators and their control in the context of overall process control.
- Evaluate food quality and safety requirements in the context of legislation, industry codes of practice, and customer requirements for the purpose of establishing process management requirements which will ensure the production of high-quality and safe products.
- Evaluate slaughtering, butchery, and processing techniques in context with processing requirements and business objectives concerning yield maximisation, giveaway, and cost control.
Course Content
- Principles of animal welfare, the ethical frameworks that inform evaluations about animal welfare, the scientific assessment of an animal’s welfare status, and approaches that might be taken to improve welfare.
- Pre-slaughter animal management: visual assessment and grading of animals; transport considerations; lairage design and animal management; welfare considerations; pre-mortem factors affecting meat quality (age, stress management, injury, feeding); production records; traceability; legal requirements.
- Slaughterhouse operations: slaughtering, skinning, and evisceration (cattle, sheep, and pigs); microbiological factors affecting quality and safety; post-mortem glycolysis; product defects (cold shortening, DFD, PSE meat); FSA inspection techniques and practices; red and green offal process and management; edible co-products and animal by-products; quality improvement; cost control and reduction.
- Carcass and primal butchery: carcass splitting; carcass chilling and effects on quality; maturation; cutting and primal production; intermediate packaging and chilled storage.
Prices
£650
Dates
- 9-11 September 2025 (Online)
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About University
Harper Adams University
Overview:
Harper Adams University is a renowned institution specializing in agriculture, food, and the environment. It is known for its strong industry connections and commitment to research, aiming to educate and inspire businesses to achieve Net Zero. The university boasts a strong reputation for career prospects, consistently ranking No. 1 in the UK for this category.
Services Offered:
Harper Adams University offers a wide range of services to its students, including:
Courses:
Undergraduate and postgraduate programs in various fields related to agriculture, food, and the environment.Apprenticeships:
Opportunities to gain practical experience and qualifications through work-based learning.Placement Advantage:
Strong industry connections and support for students seeking placements and careers.Careers Service:
Guidance and resources for students seeking employment opportunities.Scholarships:
Financial support for students through various scholarship programs.Students' Union:
A vibrant student community with various clubs, societies, and events.Research:
Opportunities for students to engage in research projects and contribute to knowledge advancement.Student Life and Campus Experience:
Harper Adams University provides a unique campus experience with:
Open Days:
Opportunities for prospective students to visit the campus, meet staff, and learn about the university.University Life:
A vibrant campus community with various social and extracurricular activities.Inclusive University:
A commitment to fostering a respectful and inclusive environment for all students.Key Reasons to Study There:
Industry Connections:
Strong relationships with businesses and organizations in the agricultural, food, and environmental sectors.Career Prospects:
Consistently ranked No. 1 in the UK for career prospects.Research Focus:
A commitment to research and innovation, contributing to the advancement of knowledge in the field.Unique Campus Experience:
A vibrant and supportive campus community with a focus on practical learning and industry engagement.Academic Programs:
Harper Adams University offers a wide range of academic programs, including:
Undergraduate Study:
Programs in areas such as agriculture, food science, environmental management, and animal science.Postgraduate Study:
Programs in areas such as sustainable agriculture, food security, and environmental policy.Other:
Total programs
166
Location
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