BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management
at East Durham College, Peterlee · college
What the college says
The course runs over 2 years with successful completion of year 1 resulting in you achieving a Level 3 subsidiary diploma in animal management. The second year ensures you will gain credits to achieve the Level 3 extended diploma in animal management. You will cover a mixture of theory and practical topics and get hands-on experience working in the Houghall animal unit. The unit houses a variety of animals from rabbits and guinea pigs, exotics, small 'furries', cats, dogs and ferrets. You will also have opportunity to learn new skills working on the farm at Houghall with a variety of different breeds of sheep, pigs and cows.
What you need to get on
Direct Entry: 5 x GCSEs C or above including Maths, English and Science Progressive entry: Level 2 diploma in animal care and a minimum of level 1 maths and English. Attendance at 85%+ for previous year and satisfactory standards of behaviour.
How you are assessed
One subject in depth, assessed largely through coursework and projects.
What this level means
The A-level-equivalent step, and what universities and employers ask for.
Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?
Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.
Where it runs
EAST DURHAM COLLEGE - HOUGHALL
Houghall, DURHAM, DH1 3SG
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