Start Date
- September 2027, Full Time, Day
What You Will Study
Explore the fascinating world of animal behaviour and welfare, gaining the skills and knowledge to work confidently with a wide range of species.
This T Level combines classroom learning with real-world experience, so you will spend time on campus and in industry placements. From understanding why animals behave the way they do, to learning how to care for them responsibly, you will develop expertise that employers value, while developing your skills in our Animal Management Centre.
By the end of this T Level, you will:
- Understand animal behaviour and welfare principles.
- Learn how to handle and care for animals safely and ethically.
- Gain knowledge of animal health, nutrition, and environmental needs.
- Develop practical skills through hands-on experience and industry placement.
- Build confidence in communication and teamwork within professional settings.
If you’re passionate about animals and want a career where you make a difference, this is the perfect course for you.
Entry Requirements
Academic requirements:
- Five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English language, science and maths.
Additional requirements:
- A successful assessment/taster day. This does not mean the day has to be perfect, but we do need to feel confident that you can manage the academic, practical, and social aspects of the course.
How You Will Be Assessed
You will be assessed through a combination of externally set and marked components to ensure your knowledge and skills meet industry standards.
This includes:
- Two externally set and externally marked exams covering core knowledge and concepts.
- One externally set, externally moderated assignment focusing on applied understanding.
- An externally set and moderated synoptic assessment, where you’ll demonstrate your practical and theoretical skills across real-world scenarios.
- 315 hours of industry placement – gaining hands-on experience in professional settings over the two years.
These assessments are designed to prepare you for the demands of working in the animal care and management sector.
Course Progression
After completing this T Level, you could progress to higher education, studying courses such as: animal behaviour and welfare degrees, zoology or wildlife conservation courses, animal science or related animal science programmes. You may choose to progress onto one of our own Animal Science, Wildlife Conservation and Zoology degrees with City College Norwich Higher Education.
Where Your Course Can Take You
This qualification opens doors to exciting careers, including an Animal Behaviourist, Welfare Officer, Animal Technician, roles in zoos, wildlife parks, charities, and research organisations.
Fees
If you are a UK or home fee status student and aged 16 to 18 on 31st August before the start of your course, your tuition fees will be free. If you are aged 19 and over, please contact the Advice Shop for more information by email at information@ccn.ac.uk or by calling 01603 773773.
There may be some costs for PPE, trips, visits or additional qualifications.
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