ANIMAL MANAGEMENT HNC/HND BTEC Higher Nationals in Animal Management is to develop students as professional, selfreflecting individuals able to meet the demands of employers in the Animal Management sector and adapt to a constantly changing world. The qualifications aim to widen access to higher education and enhance the career prospects of those who undertake them.
The HND Animal Management course is a broad introduction to the exciting and interesting world of animal studies. The aim of the course is to equip students with Animal Management skills, knowledge and the understanding necessary to achieve high performance in the global Animal Management environment. The course gives students a wide base of knowledge on the subject of animals, covering their physiology, behaviour patterns and welfare requirements to name a few. We aim to provide students with opportunities to address contemporary issues facing the industry, and society at large; with particular emphasis on sustainability and the environment with modules on ecology, recognising the role that Animal Management plays in addressing these issues. Studying at Walford will give students the opportunity to work with our animal collection; which houses a wide variety of species including small mammals, exotic reptiles, bird of prey, and others. By completing this course, students will be knowledgeable, experienced and importantly; employable.
Qualification Pearson BTEC Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Animal Management Pearson BTEC Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Animal Management
Duration Two years
Course Content Topics you will cover include: Year 1: • Animal Health and Welfare • Business and the Business Environment • Managing a Successful Project (Pearsonset) • Animal Behaviour in Society • Animal Husbandry • Animal Nutrition • Ecological Principles • Animal Nursing
Year 2: • Biological Principles • Research Project (Pearson-set) • Therapy and Rehabilitation • Animal Breeding and Genetics • Wildlife Conservation • Work Experience • Evolution and Adaptations
Entry Requirements You must be 18+ years of age and ideally have; • A full level 3 qualification in any subject at Merit or above OR 3 A levels at C or above; and GCSE English and Maths at 4 (or grade C) or above Mature students will be accepted on an individual basis who can demonstrate a strong interest in the subject and the academic ability to complete the course.
Progression Progression routes shown are dependent on successful completion of qualifications and meeting entry criteria. Study options may include: • Top up Level 6 (Animal) Employment options may include: • Zoo keeper • Conservation practitioner • Behaviour studies • Working for animal charities and global organisations
Course Costs Please note that any costs shown here are subject to change and that there may be additional material costs for your course. There are various bursaries available to support eligible students with course-related costs and you can find out more about these on page 14. Aged 18 + years £5,500 (at time of print). All fees are subject to change; please check with the relevant provider and see the Money Matters section of this document on page 14.
Material Fees There is a £220 material fee cost for this course. T:0800 440 2281 71
