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School of Animal Care & Land Management

Available at the following campuses:

Temple Newsam Farm

Temple Newsam Home Farm

What Our Students Say

“I’m working really well with my tutors – they’re really supportive and we just have a laugh. It’s like a really nice atmosphere. I think the facilities are really fantastic.”

Dan

“I’m working really well with my tutors – they’re really supportive and we just have a laugh. It’s like a really nice atmosphere. I think the facilities are really fantastic.”

Dan

“The tutors here, they are really interactive and they’re always there, even outside of lessons whenever you need something, we don’t go around calling everyone Sir or Miss, second names – we use first names for everything and there’s a more relaxed and friendly communication between the tutors and the students.”

Harry

Did you know!

  • Our animal centre contains over 50 species: mammals, reptiles, invertebrates, amphibians and fish
  • One recent conservation trip saw students travelling to a nature reserve in Botswana
  • Our Amazon Milk Frog had an operation on TV - Channel 5’s ‘Yorkshire Vets’

About School of Animal Care & Land Management

Welcome to the School of Animal Care & Land Management

The School of Animal Care & Land Management is based at the scenic Home Farm at Temple Newsam, allowing students to put theory into practice in a natural environment. All our courses provide practical experience and knowledge in caring for and managing domestic animals, farm animals, plants or land.

From horticulture to reptile keeping, our courses cover multiple key principles, including practical skills and theoretical knowledge. Ranging from beginner courses and Level 1 certificates to degree-level study, the School of Animal Care & Land Management caters for students at all levels and prepares them for a career in the industry.

Where will I learn?

Temple Newsam, Home Farm is one of Europe’s largest rare breed centres, home to over 400 native and rare farm animals. Set in 1000 acres of parkland, ancient woodland and gardens, nature really is your classroom!

Facilities

  • 200 acres – consisting of parks, lakes, gardens and ancient woodland
    Home Farm is one of the largest Rare Breed Survival Trust (RBST) farms in Europe
  • Animal Care Centre – houses approximately 50 species of small animals
  • Gardens – including a walled garden with herbaceous borders, Victorian glass house and a rhododendron walk

To get an idea about where you could be learning, come to one of our open events and tour our extensive facilities.

Safeguarding

We are committed to making sure all students and staff are protected from harm. All staff are trained in safeguarding and child protection, and our dedicated Safeguarding team is on hand for advice and support. Don’t stay silent, we are here for you.
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Employment Statistics

Average salaries of the careers in this subject area are:

  • Animal care services occupations n.e.c.

    Average Salary
    £22,360

  • Veterinary nurses

    Average Salary
    £21,840

  • Veterinarians

    Average Salary
    £38,480

What to study

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LCC Land and Animal Care student checking a donkeys ear for any issues/infections
Skills for Working Life (Animals)
A brown Border Collie
Technical Competence in Dog Walking and Pet Sitting
human bandage a shetland sheepdog in bathroom
Canine First Aid
Shot of a bearded dragon in it's habitat at temple newsam farm
Introduction to Reptile Keeping
Students checking a rabbits health at Temple Newsam
Animal Care
Temple Newsam grounds with trees and shrubbery
Land-based Studies (Horticulture pathway)
Poultry Keeping for Beginners
A snake in it's enclosure
Animal Management 19+
Animal Care and Land Management student leading a cow
Animal Management
The river and a bridge crossing at temple newsam
Horticulture