Due to the extreme weather conditions and in the interests of the health, safety and wellbeing of our students and staff, the College will close early on:
鈥⑩冣僕ednesday 24th June: College will close at 2.00 pm
鈥⑩冣僒hursday 25th June: College will close at 1.00 pm
We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause and thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
Please note our Bicester Open Evening will be going ahead as planned on Wednesday 24th June (our Bicester Campus has air conditioning!). Register below.
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Course code: P01717
Subject area: Animal Care & Management
Study level: School Leaver
Course level: 3
Course time:
09:00 - 17:00
Days of week:
Monday to Friday
Course date:
7th Sept 2026 - 30th Jun 2028
Course location:
Common Leys FarmIn addition to subject-specific knowledge, you will explore broader issues relevant to the animal industry. These include sustainability; encompassing environmental legislation, sustainable development, climate change, and waste management principles; as well as biosecurity, employment rights and responsibilities, and career progression opportunities within the sector. The course also covers the supply chain and stock management, business organisations, enterprise skills, and project management.
You will also gain insight into equality legislation, effective communication, customer care, finance, health and safety, and the management of information and data.
Animal Anatomy and Physiology
Health and diseases
Classification
Preventative health care and treatment
Nutrition and feeding
Animal behaviour and communication
Animal Training
Accommodation
Animal welfare
Animal ethics
Handling and restraint
Conservation
There are bursaries available to help you with other course costs. Call 01235 216 212 for more information.
The rules on fee reduction are complicated and we would encourage you to talk to our Admissions staff on 01235 216 400 to discuss your options. You can find more information on our Fees and Bursaries page - search "Fees and Bursaries" at the top of the page.
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