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BTEC Level 3 Animal Management Course in Weymouth

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Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Advanced Learner Loan available. Contact Coastland College for more info.

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About this course

BTEC Level 3 Animal Management Course in Weymouth. Classes run at Weymouth College, full-time over two years. It may be free if you're 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 to 25, fees may apply, though government funding or a student loan could be available depending on your circumstances. You'll study animal husbandry, biology, nutrition, and exotic animal management, combining theory lessons with hands-on practical work using the college's onsite animal collection. The course includes over 225 hours of work experience with an external employer in the animal care industry.

Who this course is for

Further Education Students

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs Grade 4/C or above to include English and maths. , Science GCSE (triple award) 554 or (double award) 55. , Experience of working with animals and enthusiasm to work with a wide range of species are also essential., *Internal applicants who have completed a Level 2 qualification must have achieved an MM grade to be able to progress onto Level 3.,

What you will learn

  • You'll develop practical animal husbandry skills working with small mammals, birds, reptiles, amphibians, fish, invertebrates, and livestock.
  • You'll learn how to carry out health checks and monitor animal behaviour and welfare.
  • You'll study animal biology and nutrition to understand how animals function and thrive.
  • You'll explore exotic animal management and zoo collection management.
  • You'll gain knowledge of aquatics management.
  • You'll complete an investigative project, developing research and analytical skills.
  • You'll build industry experience through over 225 hours of work placement with an external employer.

How you will learn

Learning takes place in the classroom and through practical sessions with the college's onsite animal collection. You'll take part in theory lessons, demonstrations, and project work. Assessment is through assignments, projects, and practical tasks across the two years of the course. Work experience with an external employer in the animal care industry is also a required part of the programme.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Weymouth College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Animal welfare assistant, supporting the care and monitoring of animals in a range of settings.
  • Animal welfare supervisor, overseeing day-to-day care and staff in animal facilities.
  • Zoo keeper, managing the welfare of animals in a zoo or wildlife park.
  • Aquatics technician, caring for fish and aquatic species in specialist environments.
  • Exotic animal keeper, working with reptiles, birds, or invertebrates in specialist collections.
  • Animal care technician, supporting research or veterinary teams with animal husbandry.

What you could study next

A degree in Animal Welfare and Science or a related subject is a natural next step, and Weymouth College has links to degree-level study in this area. You could also look at a Foundation Degree in Animal Management or a BSc in Zoology, Animal Behaviour, or Veterinary Nursing. These routes open doors to more specialist or senior roles in animal care, conservation, and research.

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