Courses @ Merrist Wood College

This one year,  full time course is designed to provide you with an introduction to skills, knowledge and understanding required for a successful career in the countryside industry.

This course is designed for students who have already completed a Foundation Degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare or equivalent qualification. It allows for more in depth specialist knowledge development and the opportunity for research into a chosen field of study.

This course is designed for students who have already completed a Foundation Degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare or equivalent qualification. It allows for more in depth specialist knowledge development and the opportunity for research into a chosen field of study.

This course specifically focuses on the area of animal welfare and behaviour, and is designed to allow you to explore this fascinating and increasingly relevant topic through a combination of theory and practical studies.

This course specifically focuses on the area of animal welfare and behaviour, and is designed to allow you to explore this fascinating and increasingly relevant topic through a combination of theory and practical studies.

A practical introduction to the subject designed to enhance understanding of procedures and care of a variety of species.

As an apprentice, you could find yourself working in many settings and with a range of different animals. You could be grooming dogs; looking after animals in a pet shop, kennel or cattery; assisting the breeding of pedigree animals; training guide dogs; or even taking care of exotic animals in a zoo or wildlife park.

As an apprentice, you could find yourself working in many settings and with a range of different animals. You could be grooming dogs; looking after animals in a pet shop, kennel or cattery; assisting the breeding of pedigree animals; training guide dogs; or even taking care of exotic animals in a zoo or wildlife park.

An introduction to the practical skills and background knowledge required for a variety of careers working with animals. The course includes study of the management of a wide range of species, their handling, nutrition, breeding, health and welfare, and maintenance of housing.

Designed to extend skills and knowledge learned at Foundation Degree or HND level. You will have the opportunity through the professional development module to advance your professional and/or academic career prospects whilst studying units in business and management related to your industry.

Designed to extend skills and knowledge learned at Foundation Degree or HND level. You will have the opportunity through the professional development module to advance your professional and/or academic career prospects whilst studying units in business and management related to your industry.

One day vocational course in animal care providing you with college experience whilst you study for your GCSEs.

This course offers a challenging exploration of animal associated subjects, allowing you to explore a variety of potential professions. You will have the opportunity to work with a range of animals on campus and in relevant commercial settings.

This course offers a challenging exploration of animal associated subjects, allowing you to explore a variety of potential professions. You will have the opportunity to work with a range of animals on campus and in relevant commercial settings.

The course provides a practical and theoretical environment to develop the skills required in a wide variety of animal management occupations.