T Level in Animal Care and Management: Animal Science

You will need 5 GCSE's at grade 4-9, including in English, Maths and Science

T Levels offer a route to further your career, whether you’re aiming for skilled employment, an apprenticeship, or higher education. Recognised by UCAS, these qualifications provide a valuable stepping stone to university studies. Each T Level is awarded UCAS points corresponding to its grade, enhancing your university application. To earn UCAS points, you must achieve at least a pass grade. The point allocations are as follows:

• Distinction* = 168 points
• Distinction = 144 points
• Merit = 120 points
• Pass = 96 points, C or above on the core
• Pass = 72 points, D or E on the core

The T Level combines expert-led teaching with immersive, hands-on learning. You'll engage with comprehensive coursework, knowledge tests, and real-world employer-set projects, all designed to build your expertise. Assessments are externally set and marked, ensuring you meet industry standards.

This dynamic approach ensures you gain both the theoretical knowledge and practical experience needed for a successful career in animal care. Join us to learn from industry professionals and develop the skills to make a real impact in the world of animal welfare.

GCSE Maths and English are vital stepping stones for your academic and professional journey. Achieving a good grade in these subjects not only fulfills most college entry requirements but also equips you with essential skills critical in almost every field. Whether you're calculating percentages in business, crafting compelling arguments, or simply managing daily tasks, these core subjects enhance your problem-solving and communication abilities, setting a solid foundation for your future studies and career success. Start your college course with confidence by securing these key qualifications!

Our T-Level courses combine classroom learning with hands-on industry experience, providing you with the skills and knowledge highly valued by employers. You'll spend 80% of your time on academic studies and 20% on a 45-day work placement, totalling over 315 hours of practical exposure. This balance ensures a comprehensive understanding of your field and enhances your professional skills.

You can arrange your own placement or use our student placement team's expertise. This mandatory component prepares you for real career challenges and opportunities as you transition from student to professional.

At Hartlepool Sixth Form our commitment to your future goes beyond the classroom. We are dedicated to providing you with real-world experiences and industry insights that will prepare you not just to enter, but to excel in your chosen field. Here’s how we connect you with the industry:

• Placement Opportunities: Dive into your future career with our hands-on placement opportunities. These are not just work experiences, but gateways to potential employment and invaluable learning. They’re a core part of our courses, offering you a chance to apply academic theories in real-world scenarios.
• Networking Events: Build your professional network early. Our placement and careers fairs are your chance to meet and impress potential employers. These events are designed to help you forge significant industry connections that can enhance your career prospects. Attend talks, engage in discussions, and explore apprenticeship opportunities with employers who are eager to meet fresh talent.
• Expert Insights: Stay ahead of the curve with talks from specialist speakers. These industry leaders share the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in the field, giving you the inside track on what to expect and how to thrive.
• Skills Competitions: Showcase your abilities in our exciting skills competitions. Held throughout the academic year, these competitions are not just about winning – they are about learning, growing, and pushing your limits. They offer a fun, competitive environment to enhance what you learn in class and develop essential industry skills.

This course blends rigorous academic study with hands-on experience, ensuring students are industry-ready and confident in their abilities. By engaging with real-world projects and expert guidance, students will develop a deep understanding of animal care principles, preparing them for impactful roles in the sector. Join us to turn your love for animals into a profession that makes a difference.

Some of the topics you will study include:

- Health and safety
- Sustainability and biosecurity
- Anatomy and physiology
- Biological cells and tissues
- Nutrition
- Animal behaviour
- Research methods and laboratory skills
- Reproductive technology
- Ethics
- Classification, evolution and selection
- Conservation and animal welfare
- Health and diseases
- Handling and restraint
- Biochemistry
- Microbiology

For more information on T Levels, please visit:
https://www.tlevels.gov.uk/
https://www.gov.uk/government/publications/introduction-of-t-levels/introduction-of-t-levels