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Animal and Land Based Studies

Here at South Devon College, we are very proud of our outstanding Animal Care facilities and resources. We house a variety of species, including meerkats, pigs, insects, lizards and rabbits, which means that you get a high quality, varied and practical learning experience. Animal welfare is of the utmost importance to us, which is why we are committed to providing only the best facilities, enabling you to develop as a leading professional with a passion for success, as you learn from our team of experienced teaching staff.

Studying animal care and management at South Devon College is an easy decision due to our links with local employers, including Paignton Zoo which is the largest zoo in the South West. You will have the opportunity to undertake various work placements including that will help develop your skills and knowledge of the industry, and we also schedule a range of vocational trips throughout the year to help you understand the careers that are open to you as you find your own specialist area of interest.

Our provision extends from Level 1 qualifications through to our top-up bachelor’s degree in Applied Animal Science at University Centre South Devon, which means that whatever your goals or ambitions in the animal care industry, you can achieve them with us. During your time here, you will cover topics that include animal handling, biology, husbandry, conservation and many more, preparing you for employment in a range of jobs and roles such as veterinary nursing or working in wildlife parks and rescue centres.

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Animal Studies

Level 1

Animal Care Diploma

This course has been designed to provide you with the essential skills necessary to progress in a career working with animals, or alternatively further education.We share this planet with almost…

  • Course Type: 16-18, College
  • Subject Area: Animal Studies
  • Start Date: September 2023

Level 2

Animal Care Technical Certificate

This course is the perfect opportunity to develop a broader understanding of the animal care industry, which will enable you to develop theoretical and practical skills that will prepare you…

  • Course Type: 16-18, College
  • Subject Area: Animal Studies
  • Start Date: September 2023

Level 3

Animal Management Technical Diploma

Level 3 Animal Management is a full-time one-year course. Successful completion of this course will allow the opportunity to progress onto a second year to complete the City and Guilds…

  • Course Type: 16-18, Adult Learning, College
  • Subject Area: Animal Studies
  • Start Date: September 2023

Level 6

BSc (Hons) Applied Animal Science (Top-up)

This course is a top-up to convert the FdSc Animal Science degree (or a foundation degree in a similar subject area such as animal management, welfare or conservation) into a…

  • Course Type: University
  • Subject Area: Animal Studies
  • Start Date: September 2023

Level 3

City and Guilds Advanced Animal Management Technical Extended Diploma

This course is for those who have completed the Animal Management Technical Diploma Level 3. If you have not completed that course, please apply for the course here.You will be…

  • Course Type: 16-18, College
  • Subject Area: Animal Studies
  • Start Date: September 2023

Level 2

City and Guilds Dog Grooming Assistant

The City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants is an accredited course that provides a good general introduction for people who are interested in working in the…

  • Course Type: Adult Learning
  • Subject Area: Animal Studies
  • Start Date: September 2023, February 2024

Level 3

Dog Grooming City and Guilds Diploma

The City and Guilds Level 3 Diploma in Dog Grooming is an accredited course for people who are interested in Dog Grooming professionally, allowing you to develop the practical skills…

  • Course Type: Adult Learning
  • Subject Area: Animal Studies
  • Start Date: September 2023

Dog Grooming College Certificate – For Owners and their Dogs

This is a fun three-week course that teaches you the basics required to bath and groom common dog breeds. This course is mainly aimed at pet owners who would like…

  • Course Type: Adult Learning
  • Subject Area: Animal Studies
  • Start Date: November 2023, January 2024, May 2024, June 2024
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