Animal Management & Science - T Level - Level 3

Our new T Level in animal science is a great option for those who wish to progress into scientific animal related roles such as research assistants, animal technicians or veterinary nurses and whilst gaining real world experience of the sector through your industry placement.

Our T Level course is designed to provide you with broad knowledge and understanding of the animal sector. You'll be ready with the knowledge, skills and behaviours to progress within the industry or onto higher education. Regardless of whether you wish to be a laboratory technician or you wish to study animal science or zoology at university, this course is an excellent opportunity for you to know whether working in the sector is right for you.

What will I cover on this course?

During your time at college in our animal unit and our new animal science lab, you'll cover a wide array of core topics, including:

• Research methods, data handling and processing
• Reproductive technology
• Genetics
• Ethics
• Classification
• Evolution and natural selection
• Conservation
• Captive breeding and population management
• Animal welfare
• Health and diseases
• Handling and restraint
• Accommodation and enrichment
• Laboratory skills
• Biochemistry
• Microbiology

Industry placement

A big part of your study will be to complete relevant industry-based work placement. Throughout the course, you'll be required to complete a minimum of 45 days (315 hours) work placement. You'll also get the opportunity to show us what you've learned and demonstrate your abilities during numerous observations through the course. Employers can offer industry placements as a block, day release or a mix of these and you'll be making a meaningful contribution with that organisation - spending timing learning and working.

Work placement is a great opportunity to apply your animal knowledge and skills!

Your core component is assessed through two exam papers and externally set project by the employer. These will be graded A* - E.

Your occupational specialism component as assessed by an externally set assignment. This will be graded pass, merit or distinction.

How many UCAS points will I achieve on this course?

The number of UCAS tariff points for a T Level diploma varies between 72 and 168 points, depending on your grade for the core content and the specialism.
We've included some examples below of what grades you need to achieve common UCAS tariff point entry requirements:

| UCAS Points | Grades required |
| --- | --- |
| 72 | Pass (D or E on the core)|
| 96 | Pass (C or above on the core) |
| 120| Merit |
| 144 | Distinction |
| 168 | Distinction* (A* on the core and distinction in the specialism |
| 72 | 45 credits at distinction |

You can find more details on the UCAS Tariff points calculator here.

You will need:

• 5 GCSEs at grade 5 and above, including English, Maths and Science