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Full Time
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2 Years
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Boston
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September 2025
Animal Management Diploma Level 3
Add to ShortlistThe Animal Management Diploma Level 3 is perfect for anyone passionate about animal care and looking to advance their knowledge and career prospects. This course provides an in-depth understanding of animal welfare, behaviour, nutrition, health, and husbandry, preparing you for a range of roles in the animal care industry. Whether you aim to work in veterinary services, animal rehabilitation, conservation, or zoology, this qualification will equip you with the essential skills and experience to succeed. Additionally, this diploma serves as an excellent stepping stone for those interested in Higher Education, such as animal science, zoology, or veterinary nursing.
As a Boston College student, you will benefit from hands-on experience at our specialist Animal Care Unit, where you can apply your learning in a real-world setting. This practical experience ensures you develop the confidence and expertise needed for a fulfilling career in animal management.
What will I do?
During the course, you will cover topics including:
- Animal Welfare and Ethics
- Practical Animal Husbandry
- Animal Behaviour
- Animal Health and Diseases
- Work Experience in the Animal sector
You will also undertake a work placement alongside your studies at the College. During the course, you will also have the opportunity to complete the below qualifications:
- Earth Week โ Tackling the Climate Emergency Level 3
- Digital Skills Level 3
In addition to your course, you may also study either Functional Skills or GCSE English and Maths, dependent on your current GCSE grade.
Entry Qualifications
To study the Animal Management Diploma Level 3, you will need to have 5 GCSEs at grade 4 or above (old GCSE grade C or above) or equivalent, including English or Maths.
Attendance
The Animal Management Diploma Level 3 will take you 2 years to complete. You will attend college from 9:00am-4:30pm for 3-4 days per week at our Rochford Campus in Boston. You will also be expected to complete a work placement, plus independent study.
Fees
The Animal Management Diploma Level 3 is free, if you are under the age of 19 on 31 August of the year you start the course.
If you are aged 19+, this course will cost ยฃ7172.
Fee remission may apply depending on personal circumstances, please enquire with the Registry Department for further information on 01205 365701 or email fees@boston.ac.uk.
Please note that all fees are subject to change.
How Will I Be Assessed
You will be assessed via practical assessments, presentations, coursework and exams.
Where Could It Lead?
Successful completion of the Animal Management Diploma Level 3 opens doors to exciting opportunities in both Higher Education and employment. This qualification provides a strong foundation for those wishing to pursue University Level study in fields such as animal science, zoology, veterinary nursing, or wildlife conservation. Alternatively, it prepares you for careers in animal care, welfare organisations, veterinary practices, or conservation work.
To explore University Level courses available at Boston College, visit our University Level page.
Additional costs
Additional costs include purchasing pens, paper, course specific materials and pay for educational and non-educational visits.
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