Our Animal Studies courses have been designed to prepare you for a career in the animal care industry.
You will gain hands on experience with a wide range of animals in our innovative animal care centre. You will also have access to our British Horse Society approved yard.
What are courses about?
You will develop your knowledge about animal care and health. Animal care courses cover everything from basic welfare and health to animal nursing and veterinary health.
What will I do as part of the courses?
On our animal courses you will study in real working environment in our state-of-the-art Animal Management Centre. You will develop theoretical knowledge and practical experience exploring the principles of animal health and welfare.
You will care for a variety of animals including dogs, reptiles and farm livestock. This will provide you with essential practical skills required for your chosen career.
Progression
Our courses offer clear progression routers to higher level study. This includes studying our Degree & Higher Education courses in Animal Management, Animal Science and Welfare, and Zoology.
Courses provide routes into a variety of careers with animals in the animal care sector. This includes care and management, zoology, conservation and science.
Is it suitable for me?
If you love animals, have an interest in science and want a varied and fascinating career, our Animal Studies courses could be for you.
Example animal studies careers
Zoologist
£21-48k per year
Animal technician
£15-40k per year
Veterinary nurse
£18-26k per year
Biologist
£14-70k per year