Level 5 Higher National Diploma in Animal Management
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Course Code | LP50200 |
Location | Northop |
Duration | Full Time, HND- 2 years full time Students on this course will be required to undertake periods of self study, additional to taught hours. Please note that where work placements are not able to be fulfilled for safety reasons we will adapt modules to include work related projects in a way that will still develop your work based skills. |
Department | Animal Care & Management |
Start Date | 16 Sep 2026 |
End Date | 31 Jul 2028 |
Course Overview
In choosing Cambria’s HND in Animal Management you will study a range of topics, giving you a broad base of knowledge relating to diverse and key aspects of the sector. This programme is designed to link to potential career opportunities within the sector and help facilitate your progression into employment or further study at level 6 and beyond.
The course content will be delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, practicals, interactive tutorials, visiting speakers and workshops.
Key features to studying animal management at Cambria:
● Excellent facilities
● Wide range of animal species
● Personal tutor and one to one support
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Graduates who successfully complete this course will obtain a varied skill set well suited for the broad range of opportunities within the animal industry. In a highly competitive sector, Cambria’s students will be equipped to enter the work sector with a range of transferable and practical industry based skills including managing animal collections, delivering teaching instruction and implementing behaviour modification plans.
Modules Year 1 - Level 4
• Animal Health and Welfare
• Business and the Business Environment
• Managing a Successful Project
• Animal Behaviour in Society
• Animal Anatomy and Physiology
• Ecological Principles
• Animal Collection Management
• Teaching in a Specialist Subject
Modules Year 2 - Level 5
• Biological Principles
• Research Project
• Anthrozoology
• Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Wildlife Conservation
• Ethics and Consultation
• Work Experience
In addition to the above theory units students also have dedicated tutorial time, study skills sessions and practical sessions to further support their studies.
In addition to taught units students also have dedicated tutorial and practical time to further support their studies.
We'd love to hear from you! For more information please contact Sadie Thackaberry at sadie.thackaberry@cambria.ac.uk
The course content will be delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, practicals, interactive tutorials, visiting speakers and workshops.
Key features to studying animal management at Cambria:
● Excellent facilities
● Wide range of animal species
● Personal tutor and one to one support
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Graduates who successfully complete this course will obtain a varied skill set well suited for the broad range of opportunities within the animal industry. In a highly competitive sector, Cambria’s students will be equipped to enter the work sector with a range of transferable and practical industry based skills including managing animal collections, delivering teaching instruction and implementing behaviour modification plans.
Modules Year 1 - Level 4
• Animal Health and Welfare
• Business and the Business Environment
• Managing a Successful Project
• Animal Behaviour in Society
• Animal Anatomy and Physiology
• Ecological Principles
• Animal Collection Management
• Teaching in a Specialist Subject
Modules Year 2 - Level 5
• Biological Principles
• Research Project
• Anthrozoology
• Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Wildlife Conservation
• Ethics and Consultation
• Work Experience
In addition to the above theory units students also have dedicated tutorial time, study skills sessions and practical sessions to further support their studies.
In addition to taught units students also have dedicated tutorial and practical time to further support their studies.
We'd love to hear from you! For more information please contact Sadie Thackaberry at sadie.thackaberry@cambria.ac.uk
Academic / Work Experience:
• Level 3 qualification (min. 120 credits / 720 GLH) in Animal Management or related subject with Merit profile (min. 64 UCAS points), OR
• A-Levels with grades DDE (min. 64 UCAS points), OR
• Access to HE Certificate in a relevant field, OR
• Related work experience.
Mathematics: GCSE Maths / Numeracy grade C / 4 or above (or equivalent)
Language Requirement:
Capability at CEFR B2 or above in English / Welsh e.g.
• GCSE English / Welsh grade C / 4 or above,
• Level 2 Functional/Essential Skills,
• IELTS 5.5,
• PTE 51,
• TOEFL 72,
• Cambridge B2 First 160+
Upload your official qualification certificates or formal evidence to your application so we can confirm you meet the entry requirements. If you’re not sure if you meet the entry criteria, contact our HE Programme Leader today (details below) to discuss your options and take your next step.
• Level 3 qualification (min. 120 credits / 720 GLH) in Animal Management or related subject with Merit profile (min. 64 UCAS points), OR
• A-Levels with grades DDE (min. 64 UCAS points), OR
• Access to HE Certificate in a relevant field, OR
• Related work experience.
Mathematics: GCSE Maths / Numeracy grade C / 4 or above (or equivalent)
Language Requirement:
Capability at CEFR B2 or above in English / Welsh e.g.
• GCSE English / Welsh grade C / 4 or above,
• Level 2 Functional/Essential Skills,
• IELTS 5.5,
• PTE 51,
• TOEFL 72,
• Cambridge B2 First 160+
Upload your official qualification certificates or formal evidence to your application so we can confirm you meet the entry requirements. If you’re not sure if you meet the entry criteria, contact our HE Programme Leader today (details below) to discuss your options and take your next step.
Assessment will be through a combination of assessment methods including controlled assessments, assignments, practicals, presentations, case studies, projects and peer observations.
Assignments will be marked electronically and you will be given feedback and pointers for improvement for every assessment.
Work placement: The HND programme contains an essential work placement component in the second year.
Assignments will be marked electronically and you will be given feedback and pointers for improvement for every assessment.
Work placement: The HND programme contains an essential work placement component in the second year.
Students who successfully complete the HND in Animal Management will have the necessary qualifications to pursue further study.
Opportunities for careers include:
• Animal Keeper
• Animal Instructor or Lecturer
• Animal Trainer or Consultant
• Wildlife Technician
• Animal Rescue Centre Manager
Opportunities for careers include:
• Animal Keeper
• Animal Instructor or Lecturer
• Animal Trainer or Consultant
• Wildlife Technician
• Animal Rescue Centre Manager
Full Time – £5000 per year
Annual fees may increase in line with inflation for all students beginning their studies in 2025/26 or 2026/27.
Travel costs to and from a work placement are to be covered by the student.
Some courses may require equipment and / or uniforms to be purchased. Please see the attached equipment list for further information.
Any off site visits are non-compulsory with all costs to be covered by the student.
Annual fees may increase in line with inflation for all students beginning their studies in 2025/26 or 2026/27.
Travel costs to and from a work placement are to be covered by the student.
Some courses may require equipment and / or uniforms to be purchased. Please see the attached equipment list for further information.
Any off site visits are non-compulsory with all costs to be covered by the student.
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