Animal Management BTEC Level 3 Diploma

Units and Structure

Course elements

• You will investigate animal taxonomy and evolution of eukaryotic species.
• You will demonstrate knowledge of the Animal Welfare Act 2006 within your assessments in animal health and well-being.
• You will demonstrate practical animal husbandry techniques including grooming, bathing, exercising, cleaning out and providing a suitable diet.
• You will carry out scientific experiments, including metabolism testing and bacterial growth rates, in our on-site laboratory and use specialist industry equipment.
• You will observe and report on animal behaviour, in a species of your choice, which will provide excellent industry experience for your chosen career path.
• You will administer treatments and examine animal health and diseases in domestic, farm and exotic species.
• You will be given an opportunity to develop a publishable investigative research project of your choice which will be presented to you on completion. The investigation can be customised to your career aspirations for additional employability skills.

The Animal Management Diploma is made up of 10 units which will be covered over a two year period. Learners will also be required to attend a placement in a work environment to support their learning. The minimum number of work experience hours required is 80.

Entry Requirements

You'll need to have:

• Applicants must have achieved a minimum of 2 x GCSE grade 4/C including Math’s and English.
• Applicants must have some industry experience.
• All applicants must complete an initial assessment in Maths and English and attend an interview.

For equivalent qualifications see our Entry Requirements Explained page.

Tutors and Student Support

Student Support and Facilities

As a student, you’ll have access to a wide range of facilities, services and support, including:

• Step outside the classroom  and access our state of the art facilities as well as 3 huge Learning Resource Centres with thousands of resources to use
• With hands-on experience you’ll be prepared for employment with a competitive edge.
• A dedicated impartial careers advice team to help you on your future path
• Our wide range of courses means that we can offer the right paths to get you where you need to be
• Our Hub campus is right in the heart of the town centre meaning you can find your way to us easily
• Outstanding student support throughout your studies with us.