Hartpury College Animal Management Extended Diploma

Level 3 Extended Diploma Animal Management

Diplomas

If you want to work with animals and manage every aspect of their care, our Animal Management BTEC diploma is for you. Our students study a range of topics related to the animal management industry, including
Animal Welfare, Animal Behaviour, Breeding, Health, Genetics, Ecology and Conservation, Aquatics, and Human-Animal Interaction. You’ll apply theory through practical sessions in our extensive animal collection. 

Key Information

Course Duration: One year
Part or Full Time: Full Time
Level of Study: Diplomas

Course Overview

This course can be completed following the Foundation Diploma in Animal Management. Completion of both courses in 2 years is the equivalent to 3 A-levels

Our large and varied animal collection of exotic and domestic offer excellent practical hands-on learning opportunities alongside theory-based lessons.

Merit or above in BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma Animal Management, completion of work experience hours, satisfactory reference from course tutor and GCSE grade 4 or above in Mathematics and English Language.

The units listed below reflect the subjects you will cover on this course but are subject to change:

• Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Investigative Research Project
• Animal Nursing
• Aquatic Animal Health & Husbandry
• Farm Livestock Husbandy
• Human Animal Interaction
• Zoological Animal Health and Husbandry
• Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Management

You will be given the opportunity to attend a residential study tour to Borneo. Here you will experience wild flora and fauna first hand within a biologically diverse environment and appreciate a culture very different to our own.

This course will include a range of different assessment methods, including written exams.

During this programme, you will be expected to undertake a block of work experience which will allow you to broaden your knowledge, understanding and skills in practical industry live situations.

On successful completion of this course and a suitable reference from a tutor, you are able to progress on to a Foundation degree or Honours degree (subject to entry requirements).

It is possible to continue in other more specific fields offered at Hartpury, for example, dog grooming or training as a Veterinary Nurse.

Career opportunities include:

• Kennel or cattery worker
• Pet shop manager
• Veterinary assistant or receptionist
• Animal collection worker or technician
• Carer or warden within charity organisations such as the RSPCA or Blue Cross
• Dog handler or trainer

Course Overview

Course information

This course can be completed following the Foundation Diploma in Animal Management. Completion of both courses in 2 years is the equivalent to 3 A-levels

Our large and varied animal collection of exotic and domestic offer excellent practical hands-on learning opportunities alongside theory-based lessons.

Entry requirements

Merit or above in BTEC Level 3 National Foundation Diploma Animal Management, completion of work experience hours, satisfactory reference from course tutor and GCSE grade 4 or above in Mathematics and English Language.

What you'll study

The units listed below reflect the subjects you will cover on this course but are subject to change:

• Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Investigative Research Project
• Animal Nursing
• Aquatic Animal Health & Husbandry
• Farm Livestock Husbandy
• Human Animal Interaction
• Zoological Animal Health and Husbandry
• Wildlife Ecology and Conservation Management

You will be given the opportunity to attend a residential study tour to Borneo. Here you will experience wild flora and fauna first hand within a biologically diverse environment and appreciate a culture very different to our own.

This course will include a range of different assessment methods, including written exams.

Career and education opportunities

During this programme, you will be expected to undertake a block of work experience which will allow you to broaden your knowledge, understanding and skills in practical industry live situations.

On successful completion of this course and a suitable reference from a tutor, you are able to progress on to a Foundation degree or Honours degree (subject to entry requirements).

It is possible to continue in other more specific fields offered at Hartpury, for example, dog grooming or training as a Veterinary Nurse.

Career opportunities include:

• Kennel or cattery worker
• Pet shop manager
• Veterinary assistant or receptionist
• Animal collection worker or technician
• Carer or warden within charity organisations such as the RSPCA or Blue Cross
• Dog handler or trainer

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Outstanding

Rated 'Ofsted Outstanding in all areas' for academic and curriculum-related provision 

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99.4% pass-rate

With a BTEC pass rate of 99.4%, our outcomes for students are exceptional.

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Mollie Courtney
“When it came to choosing a college I knew Hartpury would be the place that would enable me to combine my two passions – animals and athletics. Where else would you be able to handle meerkats in your lectures, just after your morning gym session?”
Mollie Courtney
Level 3 National Extended Diploma Animal Management

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Living in on-site college accommodation at Hartpury, you’ll be part of a vibrant and international community of students of all ages who share their experience of life at college and university together on one campus.

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A-levels or a diploma?

Are you unsure about whether A-levels or a BTEC Diploma are the right choice for you? Find out the key differences and which qualification would best suit your learning style and your career and further study ambitions on our dedicated page.