ANIMAL MANAGEMENT

The Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Animal Management is a 2 year study programme designed for students interested in a career working with animals, or the wider animal industry

There are eight mandatory units, which cover the following aspects of animal management:

• Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Animal Biology
• Animal Welfare and Ethics
• Practical Animal Husbandry
• Animal Behaviour
• Animal Health and Diseases
• Work Experience in the Animal Sector
• Investigative Research Project

More about the course

What will I study

A two-year study programme that is ideal for learners looking for a full-time course specialising in the animal management sector, or who want to work in the animal industry or envisage a career in animal occupations or animal techincal roles. The course introduces the skills and knowledge needed to work in the animal management sector.

Learners are offered the opportunity to develop a range of technical skills and attributes expected by employers, as it is expected that learners will apply their learning in relevant employment and sector contexts during delivery and have opportunities to engage meaningfully with employers

Learners will have the opportunity to work with different types of animals, from small to large domesticated and exotic animals, in order to prepare them for working in sector specialst areas.

Why choose Animal Management at KGV

We pride ourselves on our relationships with our students; as class sizes are relatively small, staff effectively engage with all learners and meet individual needs while providing an excellent learning environment. New equipment and modern, spacious learning environments ensure that all students can safely receive the opportunity to develop practical skills and to apply these to the theoretical aspects of the course.

We are a friendly, approachable team and we are keen to share our experience with our students! You will be taught by subject specialists with extensive experience, and who are experts in working with students of your age group.

91% of KGV students have used their success at KGV to progress onto their first choice of university, including prestigious destinations such as Oxford, St Andrew’s, Leeds, Nottingham and Liverpool. This qualification you gain is recognised by higher education providers as meeting admission requirements to many relevant courses, for example:

BSc (Hons) in Animal Management
BSc (Hons) in Agriculture
Foundation Degree in Animal Management and Behaviour (FdSc)
Foundation Degree in Animal Management (FdSc)
HND Animal Management.

Entry Requirements

5 GCSEs at grades 9 - 4 and or including, English and Maths and Science

Animal Officer/Inspector

Animal Officers/Inspectors investigate complaints about animal cruelty, rescue animals and give advice to animal owners.

Annual Salary:: £19,250-£30,000

KENNEL & CATTERY MANAGER

Responsible for the daily operations of the business and for the care of animals kept under their supervision. They must ensure all that all animals are properly cared for.

Annual Salary:: £20,000-£25,000

ANIMAL TECHNICIAN

You could work in an animal breeding, educational centre or research organisation undertaking a range of tasks including feeding the animals, monitoring their weight and growth and carrying out regular health checks.