**About this Course:** Learners can progress to the Higher National Diploma (HND), after successfully completing of the Certificate, for a second year of study to gain a full Level 5 Diploma qualification. ​ The course provides you with a wealth of transferrable experience and employability skills either to take you straight into industry or onto further study. You will also build confidence both academically and practically within real animal industry scenarios. You will have access to work with a large variety of animal species. These include large and small exotic mammals, companion mammals, aquatics, amphibians, reptiles, invertebrates, farm livestock, horses and avian species. Our lecturing staff have a wide range of expertise, having worked in a variety of animal-related industries and have many years of experience. Former students have stated that they felt ready for the next step of their career and were fully supported to achieve to the best of their ability. As part of the course, there will be an opportunity to take part in a two-week residential conservation programme in South Africa. **Modules Covered:** - Biological Principles - Research Project - Anthrozoology - Therapy and Rehabilitation - Evolution and Adaptation - Advanced Patient Care - Breeding and Genetics **Progression:** * Further study at higher levels in subjects such as Veterinary Nursing, Zoology, Marine Biology, Animal Behaviour and more. * Employment within the industry, such as Zoo-Keeping, Veterinary Sciences, Education, Animal Welfare, Visitor's Centre Management and Animal Charities. **Entry Requirements:** * Five GCSE's grade C/4 including English Literature, English Language, Maths and Science * Completion of HNC Level 4 Plus 58 UCAS points from at least one of the following: - Level 3 qualification in Animal Management - Three Science or Animal- based A- Levels - Access to HE certificate in a relevant discipline (Science of animal management) If you do not meet these requirements please contact us as we are able to consider applicants with other qualifications, relevant experience or personal circumstances on an individual basis.

•The business environment •Animal husbandry •Animal health and welfare •Research project •Anatomy and physiology •Animal nursing •Exotics and pet trade •Managing animals in education •Planning, monitoring and nutrition

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26 January This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Course code: DN32

Institution code: R52

Campus Name: Rotherham College - Dinnington Campus

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The following entry points are available for this course:

Year 1

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Mature students (24+) may be considered if proven relevant work experience and previous academic achievement can be evidenced. All applicants who are non-native English speakers, or who have not studied the final two years of school in English two years of school in English, must have an IELTS score of Level 5.5 or above with a minimum of 5.0 for individual sections.

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England	6900.0	Whole course
Northern Ireland	6900.0	Whole course
Scotland	6900.0	Whole course
Wales	6900.0	Whole course

For further information about Tuition Fee Loans eligibility, applications and repayments visit the Student Loans Company website at: www.slc.co.uk. There may be ways in which we can support your learning. If you are finding it hard to cover the costs of any materials associated to your course or travelling to college, please contact our Student Support team for Rotherham College on 01709 722777 as support may be available to you to cover these costs.

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