Higher National Diploma in Animal Management (240 credits)

Whittingham Campus

The HND in Animal Management provides a specialist work-related programme of study which covers the key knowledge, understanding and practical skills required in the animal management sector and also offers specialist emphasis through the choice of specialist units.  A respected qualification in its own right.

The course offers:

• Supportive and Inclusive environment
• Outstanding facilities
• Embedded practical involving our lovely animals
• Broad range of units including ecological principles and behaviour in society
• High student satisfaction rate
• Excellent progression opportunities upon completion of the course

Students who achieve the Level 5 HND may progress to top up to Level 6 should they wish at another HE institution.

Full Time: One year

• Animal Health and Welfare -15 credits
• Business and The Business Environment – 15 credits
• Managing a Successful Research Project – 15 credits
• Research Project – 30 credits
• Biological Principles – 15 credits

All optional units 15 credits. Modules subject to change due to teaching staff specialisms.

• Animal Nutrition
• Anatomy and Physiology
• Animal Collection Management
• Managing Exotic Species
• Animal Behaviour in Society
• Anthrozoology
• Ethics and Consultation
• Animal Breeding and Genetics
• Wildlife Conservation
• Behavioural Approaches to Animal Management

How many days do I need to be at College?
Full Time: two days per week

What support do I receive?

• Regular tutorial support by the course’s leader
• Online Moodle virtual learning environment for access to learning resources
• A range of resources, including books and journals from the Learning Resource Centre on Campus, as well as online learning materials
• In class delivery involving lectures, practicals, seminars, group discussion and independent research

Assignment work throughout the programme which may be assessed through practical assessments, seminars, presentations, dissertation and written assignments, graded a pass, merit or distinction.

Full-time students should apply via UCAS Apply, using the UCAS code: H414

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If your qualification(s) are not listed, please contact Halesowen College’s Admissions Team for further guidance on 0121 602 7607.

Students must have successfully completed the Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Animal Management.

• 48 UCAS points
• GCSE grades A* to C (9 – 4) in Maths and English Language
  and either:
• A BTEC Level 3 qualification in Animal Management or a similar discipline
  or
• an A Level profile preferably with a science focus
  or
• an Access to Higher Education Certificate (preferably science-based)

Mature students may present a more varied profile of achievement that is likely to include extensive work experience and/or achievement of a range of professional qualifications within the animal industry.

It is recommended that students supplement their course with voluntary work experience to develop their own skills and experience to enhance employment opportunities.  Other costs involved will be overalls/lab coat and wellington boots for practical activities and potential costs for trips.

September 2025

September 2025 course timetable to be confirmed.

September 2025 course timetable to be confirmed.

Full time: £5,995

HE Loan available to eligible applicants.

https://www.halesowen.ac.uk/he-finance-financial-support/

Should any applicants have questions or queries concerning finance, please contact Admissions for further guidance:

Phone: 0121 602 7607

Or via the live chat facility on the College’s website www.halesowen.ac.uk

Full Time: H40014

Full Time available for Autumn 2025 entry