Outline
You will study a range of equine and animal-related topics such as riding and equitation, horse behaviour and welfare, animal biology, event management, stable yard management and animal nutrition. This course has been designed to ensure you have the opportunity to develop your practical skills alongside developing the knowledge you require to be successful in this diverse industry. All students complete work experience as part of their course:Level 1: 60 Hours Internal PlacementLevel 2: 150 Hours External PlacementLevel 3: 150 Hours External Placement
Progression
After completing your course, you will be well prepared for the next step in your further education academic journey - there is a wide range of progression opportunities across and upwards throughout our courses within animal studies, equine studies, and veterinary nursing. Equine management career opportunities are varied and may include working in commercial stables, stud farms, the racing industry and equine rehabilitation centres.Following completion of a Level 3 Technical qualification there is the opportunity to progress onto our Higher Education qualifications. The college offers pathways in the form of HNC, HND and BSc courses in Animal and Equine Management.Entry Requirements
Level 1 Vocational Courses: Students are required to have 4 GCSEs at grade 1-9.Level 2 Vocational Courses: Students are required to have 4 GCSEs at grade 3-9.Level 3 Vocational Courses: Students are required to have 5 GCSEs at grade 4-9, this must include either English Language or Maths.Additional Information: We will consider 1 Vocational qualification in place of a GCSE as long as a grade 4 is achieved in English Language.
*Fees
Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.
Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.
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Name
Avaialble At
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Academic Yr
25/26
Name
Animal and Equine Diploma Level 1
Available At
Eccles Sixth Form College
Start Date
02/09/2025
Fee
£0*
Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.
Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.
Academic Yr
25/26
Name
Equine Care Technical Certificate Level 2
Available At
Eccles Sixth Form College
Start Date
02/09/2025
Fee
£0*
Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.
Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.
Academic Yr
25/26
Name
Equine Management Advanced Technical Certificate Level 3 (non-riders Yr 1)
Available At
Eccles Sixth Form College
Start Date
02/09/2025
Fee
£0*
Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.
Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.
Academic Yr
25/26
Name
Equine Management Advanced Technical Diploma Level 3 (Riders Yr 1)
Available At
Eccles Sixth Form College
Start Date
02/09/2025
Fee
£0*
Don’t let the cost of studying put you off – most of our students study for FREE, and those who don’t qualify for funding are very often eligible for an Advanced Learner Loan.
Eligibility depends on both the course you have chosen to study and your individual circumstances.
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