This one year course is for students who wish to pursue a career in the animal management industry and is the equivalent of 1 ½ A-levels in one year.
Our department is equipped with a wide variety of animal species and you will have additional experience with farm livestock, horses, and dogs which will provide you with valuable experience and education of the animal sector.
This course will allow you to progress onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management (2nd Year) and equip you with the equivalent of 3 A-Levels in 2 years allowing further progression to university or position you well to move into the animal industry directly from its completion.
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English Language and Maths.
The units listed below reflect the subjects you will cover on this course but are subject to change:
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 at Merit or Distinction level and a suitable reference from a tutor, you are able to progress onto the Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Animal Management. Alternatively, you may decide that this is the time at which you wish to move into the world of employment and step into industry.
Potenital career paths:
This one year course is for students who wish to pursue a career in the animal management industry and is the equivalent of 1 ½ A-levels in one year.
Our department is equipped with a wide variety of animal species and you will have additional experience with farm livestock, horses, and dogs which will provide you with valuable experience and education of the animal sector.
This course will allow you to progress onto the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management (2nd Year) and equip you with the equivalent of 3 A-Levels in 2 years allowing further progression to university or position you well to move into the animal industry directly from its completion.
5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above to include English Language and Maths.
The units listed below reflect the subjects you will cover on this course but are subject to change:
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 at Merit or Distinction level and a suitable reference from a tutor, you are able to progress onto the Level 3 National Extended Diploma in Animal Management. Alternatively, you may decide that this is the time at which you wish to move into the world of employment and step into industry.
Potenital career paths:
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With a BTEC pass rate of 99.4%, our outcomes for students are exceptional.
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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