Introduction to LandBased Studies Level 1

Start Date

Level: 1

Course Course: P00094

Area: Animal Care

Campus: Hillsborough Campus

About this Course

This Level 1 qualification in Animal Science is ideal for students who are passionate about animals and want to learn more about how to care for them. You will develop your skills in areas such as animal biology, preparing food and housing, grooming and health checking, as well as how to properly restrain animals. You will also cover some personal and social development, including working safely, working as a team and how to prepare for an interview.

Key Units

Being organised
Developing a personal progression plan
Working with others
Researching a topic
Finding out about the land-based sector
Caring for and feeding of animals
Moving and accommodating animals
Growing plants
Care and non-ridden exercise of horses
Maintaining the health of animals

In addition to your animal science units, you will also study GCSE Maths and English.

Entry Requirements

4 GCSEs at grade E/2 or above (or acceptable alternatives) including English Language, Maths and Science.

Experience of working with animals is desirable, but not essential.

Assessment

There are 10 units that make up the course, you will be assessed through a mixture of practical and written assignments.

Where does this Lead

Students who achieve an overall Merit grade for the course will be able to progress onto the BTEC Level 2 Technical Diploma in Animal Science if they wish.

Other pathways include progression to BTEC Science courses and employment.

Future Opportunities

A BTEC Level 1 Diploma in Land-Based Studies: Animal Science should enable you to progress into careers such as:

animal sanctuaries
kennels and catteries
animal charities
pet shops
grooming salons

Extra Costs

Some visits will take place to Heeley City Farm, you will be expected to have steel toe cap boots or wellingtons and overalls/waterproof clothing. For practical sessions you will need suitable work gloves.

Where offsite visits take place you will be expected to contribute to the cost of entry and travel where applicable.

Students who are eligible can apply for the Student Support Fund to help with course costs.

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