Skip to main content
Login My Favourites Welsh Language Welsh Language Welsh Language Cymraeg Search this website Click to open mobile menu with search bar
Mode
All
Part-time
Full-time
Evening
Subject
All
A levels
A levels – In collaboration with Bridgend County Borough Council
Access to Higher Education
Adult Community Learning (ACL)
Agriculture
Animal Care
Art, Design and Creative Media
Arts and Crafts
Books and Writing
Business and Accountancy
Catering and Hospitality
Childhood Studies
Computing, IT and Cyber
Construction
Cooking
Counselling
Criminology
Digital
DIY
Emergency, Uniformed and Public Services
Employability
Engineering
English
Equine
ESOL
ESOL – Full-Time
ESOL – Part-Time
Garden Design and Professional Landscaping
GCSE
Green Skills
Hair, Beauty and Complementary Therapies
Health and Beauty
Health and Social Care
Health and Wellbeing
Hobbies and Leisure
Horticulture and Sports Turf
Humanities
Independent Living Skills
Languages
Law
Leadership & Management
Literacy
Logistics
Maths
Motor Vehicle
Music and Performing Arts
NPTC
Psychology
Science
Skills
Sport
Step Up
Teaching and Education
Travel and Tourism
Veterinary Nursing
Welsh
Wildlife and Countryside
Search by your interests Not sure what to study?
Home Higher EducationAnimal Care

Animal Care

Do you dream of working with creatures great and small, understanding their behaviour, and contributing to their well-being? If so then get ready to unleash your potential with an HNC or HND in Animal Studies – right here in the heart of South Wales, at Bridgend College’s incredible Pencoed Campus!

Modern animal care is a fascinating blend of science, welfare, conservation, and practical skill. It’s a rapidly growing field with diverse career opportunities, and our HNC/HND Animal Studies courses are specifically designed to give you the comprehensive knowledge and hands-on experience you need to leap into it.

Ready to turn your love for animals into a fantastic career? Join us at Bridgend College, Pencoed, and let’s unlock the secrets of the animal world together!

Courses
Sort By
A - Z
Z - A
Level (low - high)
Level (high - low)
3 courses available
HNC Animal Studies
Type: Higher Education
Location: Pencoed Campus
Start Date: August 2027
Upon the completion of this course, students will be awarded Higher National Certificate in Animal Studies from the University of South Wales ... Read More
HND Animal Studies (Levels 4 and 5)
Type: Higher Education
Location: Pencoed Campus
Start Date: August 2027
This course develops the academic base of vocational skills and provides higher education training for those seeking a career change or development within the animal studies industry. Upon the completion of this course, students will be awarded ... Read More
HND Animal Studies (Top up)
Type: Higher Education
Location: Pencoed Campus
Start Date: August 2027
Upon the completion of this course, students will be awarded a Higher National Diploma in Animal Studies from the University of South Wales Fees for Progressing students and students returning from academic break may differ. Please email admission... Read More
Latest news
Wednesday 21st October Fellowships presented to Adrian Hurley and Calvin Eden Read More
A speaker in academic gown and cap addresses graduates at Bridgend College graduation.
Wednesday 30th September New supported internship programme launches with Bridgend... Read More
A man in a suit placing a medal around the neck of a smiling young man at an awards ceremony.
Thursday 24th September Bridgend College learners recognised at 2026 Inspire! Adu... Read More
A female construction worker in a hard hat and hi-vis vest smiling with arms crossed.
View all news
Best Companies Top 5 award badge for Bridgend College.
Best Companies Top 10 award badge reading Text: 'The UK's Top 10 Best Companies to Work For 2022'.
Best Companies Top 25 award badge for Bridgend College.
Careers Wales Mark award logo. Text: 'Careers Wales Mark'.
The Diana Award Anti-Bullying Ambassador logo. Text: 'Anti-Bullying Ambassador'.
Disability Confident Leader badge. Text: 'Disability Confident Leader'.
Mind Workplace Wellbeing Award logo. 'Workplace Wellbeing - Gold'.
Princess Royal Training Award 2021 logo. Text: 'Princess Royal Training Awards 2021'.
Armed Forces Covenant logo. Text: 'Armed Forces Covenant'.
Google Reference College award logo. Text: 'Google Reference College'.
Top Inclusive Employer award logo. Text: 'Top Inclusive Employer - 44th'.
Corporate Parenting Charter logo. Text: 'Corporate Parent Wales'.
The Carbon-Conscious Website badge, EFWA Accreditation - Valid until 2026
When the Adults Change logo. Text: 'When the Adults Change - Partner Organisation'.
FE College of Sanctuary logo. Text: 'FE College of Sanctuary'.
Best Companies Top 5 award badge for Bridgend College.
Best Companies Top 10 award badge reading Text: 'The UK's Top 10 Best Companies to Work For 2022'.
Best Companies Top 25 award badge for Bridgend College.
Careers Wales Mark award logo. Text: 'Careers Wales Mark'.
The Diana Award Anti-Bullying Ambassador logo. Text: 'Anti-Bullying Ambassador'.
Disability Confident Leader badge. Text: 'Disability Confident Leader'.
Mind Workplace Wellbeing Award logo. 'Workplace Wellbeing - Gold'.
Princess Royal Training Award 2021 logo. Text: 'Princess Royal Training Awards 2021'.
Armed Forces Covenant logo. Text: 'Armed Forces Covenant'.
Google Reference College award logo. Text: 'Google Reference College'.
Top Inclusive Employer award logo. Text: 'Top Inclusive Employer - 44th'.
Corporate Parenting Charter logo. Text: 'Corporate Parent Wales'.
The Carbon-Conscious Website badge, EFWA Accreditation - Valid until 2026
When the Adults Change logo. Text: 'When the Adults Change - Partner Organisation'.
FE College of Sanctuary logo. Text: 'FE College of Sanctuary'.
Best Companies Top 5 award badge for Bridgend College.
Best Companies Top 10 award badge reading Text: 'The UK's Top 10 Best Companies to Work For 2022'.
Best Companies Top 25 award badge for Bridgend College.
Careers Wales Mark award logo. Text: 'Careers Wales Mark'.
The Diana Award Anti-Bullying Ambassador logo. Text: 'Anti-Bullying Ambassador'.
Disability Confident Leader badge. Text: 'Disability Confident Leader'.
Mind Workplace Wellbeing Award logo. 'Workplace Wellbeing - Gold'.
Princess Royal Training Award 2021 logo. Text: 'Princess Royal Training Awards 2021'.
Armed Forces Covenant logo. Text: 'Armed Forces Covenant'.
Google Reference College award logo. Text: 'Google Reference College'.
Top Inclusive Employer award logo. Text: 'Top Inclusive Employer - 44th'.
Corporate Parenting Charter logo. Text: 'Corporate Parent Wales'.
The Carbon-Conscious Website badge, EFWA Accreditation - Valid until 2026
When the Adults Change logo. Text: 'When the Adults Change - Partner Organisation'.
FE College of Sanctuary logo. Text: 'FE College of Sanctuary'.
Best Companies Top 5 award badge for Bridgend College.
Best Companies Top 10 award badge reading Text: 'The UK's Top 10 Best Companies to Work For 2022'.
Best Companies Top 25 award badge for Bridgend College.
Careers Wales Mark award logo. Text: 'Careers Wales Mark'.
The Diana Award Anti-Bullying Ambassador logo. Text: 'Anti-Bullying Ambassador'.
Disability Confident Leader badge. Text: 'Disability Confident Leader'.
Mind Workplace Wellbeing Award logo. 'Workplace Wellbeing - Gold'.
Princess Royal Training Award 2021 logo. Text: 'Princess Royal Training Awards 2021'.
Armed Forces Covenant logo. Text: 'Armed Forces Covenant'.
Google Reference College award logo. Text: 'Google Reference College'.
Top Inclusive Employer award logo. Text: 'Top Inclusive Employer - 44th'.
Corporate Parenting Charter logo. Text: 'Corporate Parent Wales'.
The Carbon-Conscious Website badge, EFWA Accreditation - Valid until 2026
When the Adults Change logo. Text: 'When the Adults Change - Partner Organisation'.
FE College of Sanctuary logo. Text: 'FE College of Sanctuary'.
Best Companies Top 5 award badge for Bridgend College.
Best Companies Top 10 award badge reading Text: 'The UK's Top 10 Best Companies to Work For 2022'.
Best Companies Top 25 award badge for Bridgend College.
Careers Wales Mark award logo. Text: 'Careers Wales Mark'.
The Diana Award Anti-Bullying Ambassador logo. Text: 'Anti-Bullying Ambassador'.
Disability Confident Leader badge. Text: 'Disability Confident Leader'.
Mind Workplace Wellbeing Award logo. 'Workplace Wellbeing - Gold'.
Princess Royal Training Award 2021 logo. Text: 'Princess Royal Training Awards 2021'.
Armed Forces Covenant logo. Text: 'Armed Forces Covenant'.
Google Reference College award logo. Text: 'Google Reference College'.
Top Inclusive Employer award logo. Text: 'Top Inclusive Employer - 44th'.
Corporate Parenting Charter logo. Text: 'Corporate Parent Wales'.
The Carbon-Conscious Website badge, EFWA Accreditation - Valid until 2026
When the Adults Change logo. Text: 'When the Adults Change - Partner Organisation'.
FE College of Sanctuary logo. Text: 'FE College of Sanctuary'.
Login My Favourites Welsh Language Cymraeg
Link takes you to our LinkedIn page Link takes you to our Instagram page
Link takes you to our LinkedIn page