Animal Studies Level 1

Key Details

Available at:
Glynllifon
Study Mode:
Full-time
Course Length:
1 year

Animal Studies Level 1

Full-time (Further Education)

Glynllifon

Please note: We recommend that you have access to a laptop or Chromebook to enable coursework to be completed digitally at home. There is a dedicated IT Digital Inclusion fund to support those learners who do not have a digital device and are unable to purchase one.

Course Description

Would you like a career in the land-based industries? Could you benefit from a practical introduction?

This programme is designed for students who have limited knowledge of the industry and want to learn more about animal care topics. It prepares you to start your career, covering general and specialised aspects of this exciting area.

The course is focused on practical work, and gives you hands-on experience in a range of areas. You will also have classroom sessions to help build your knowledge. You will benefit from the excellent facilities of our Glynllifon campus and the knowledge of our staff.

Entry Criteria

In order to qualify for this course, you will need at least one of the following:

2 GCSEs at grade D or above and completing year 11 with good attendance.
Successful completion of a Traineeship, Pre-Vocational, Pathways or School Link Programme
Relevant industry experience

Applicants already studying at the college will need an attendance of 86% on their current course.

As part of the application process, you will be asked to attend an interview to give you the opportunity to discuss the course.

Delivery

The programme will be delivered through a blend of the following:

Practical work, with some classroom work to develop understanding
The Glynllifon site is 750 acres of farm and woodland, with its own indoor riding centre and animal centre, allowing your studies to be carried out in a realistic setting.

Your programme will include a combination of:

Essential Skills qualifications and/or
GCSE resits

Essential Skills

This may include a combination of Application of Number, Communication, Digital Literacy and Essential Employability Skills

GCSE resits

This may include GCSE Numeracy/Maths and/or Welsh/English Language.

Maths & Welsh/English

If you don't achieve a C or above in Maths and/ or English/Welsh, we will support you to retake these subjects as part of your study programme.

Assessment

The programme will be assessed through a blend of the following:

Practical assessment for most units
Portfolio assignments to show your understanding

Progression

Successful completion of the course will give you a range of options. You could proceed onto a number of programmes at Grŵp Llandrillo Menai, including: