HND Animal Management (conv)

Who is the course for?

This course is for anyone who is interested in animals and has experience of working with a range of animals. The course covers the basics, as well as more advanced knowledge, of the animal industry, giving you a broad range of knowledge and skills for you to develop and utilise on the animal management sector.

Do I need any formal qualifications?

You will need to have three grade C at A Level, or MMD equivalent in a Level 3 Diploma or equivalent.

What will I study on the course?

You will study nutrition, physiology, behaviour, animal welfare, exotics and the pet trade, production animal management, animal husbandry, business management, investigative project, applied animal health, biological principles, countryside management and project management.

How will my progress be assessed?

Your progress will be assessed by a variety methods. Practical assessments form the basis for most husbandry modules, whilst written and oral presentations, along with posters and group work, are integrated into the assessment methods.

Can I gain any extra qualifications while on the course?

You may also have the opportunity to complement your studies with other qualifications that will help you gain employment, including safe use of veterinary medicines and dog grooming at an additional cost.

What final qualification will I get if I am successful?

EDEXCEL HNC to HND Conversion Code - Animal Management Level 4

Next Steps

After completing the course you will be able to apply for Further Higher Education programmes to complete a BSc in an animal related field or gain employment in a variety of animal institutions including zoos, veterinary surgeries and pet stores.

Can I receive any financial support whilst I am studying?

Many of our learners study for free with a "Fee Waiver" when they are in receipt of qualifying benefits or studying a first full Level 2 or Level 3 qualification and meet age restrictions or are aged between 16-18. If you are not entitled to a "Fee Waiver" you may be entitled to receive Learner Support Funds to help with paying your course fees, or if you are aged over 23 and planning to study at Level 3 or 4 you will be able to apply for a 24+ Loan that cover all of your course costs. Higher Education learners are entitled to apply for HE Loans that cover the cost of tuition. In addition, depending on your chosen course of study and individual circumstances, you may be entitled to a maintenance loan.

Please note, from September 2016, anyone over 19 years of age can apply for a loan to cover all course fees for qualifying courses.

All learners can also apply for help with the cost of travel to college and the college may be able to help with the costs of childcare, travel, books, equipment and meals.

Please note for full cost courses funding may not be available.

For more information our Help Hub team is available on 01670 841 200 or email advice.centre@northland.ac.uk

How can I apply for this course?

Apply online by clicking here, alternatively please contact our Help Hub on 01670 330 660, email advice.centre@northland.ac.uk or drop in to one of our open events – dates are listed here http://www.northumberland.ac.uk/events/

Alternatively, if this is the course for you please click Book and Enrol Now – please note this option is only available to certain courses.

Where can I get any further information about the course?

You may find further information within this website including within case studies and our media gallery. You may also come along to an open event – dates of college events are listed here http://www.northumberland.ac.uk/events/

Download/Print Course Details Northumberland College has two main campuses at Ashington and Kirkley Hall and centres at Hexham and Berwick. We offer hundreds of full-time and part-time courses, work with students aged 14-18, mature students, higher education students and employers from numerous industry sectors.Our Ashington campus was opened in 1957 and is home to a wide range of subjects - all housed in specialist facilities including those for art and design, construction, engineering, sport, hospitality and beauty therapy. Our Kirkley Hall campus, in Ponteland, has a long established history as the main provider of land-based education and training in the region, stretching back more than 50 years. So if you want to study animal care, agriculture or horticulture, this campus will provide the perfect environment for you. Life at Northumberland College is about more than just studying; it's about meeting new people, enjoying new experiences, developing new skills and spending time with friends.