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This is a one year, Level 2 course designed to give you an excellent introduction to working in agriculture. The course has a good balance of theory and practical modules to help you learn and practice the skills needed to work in the farming industr...

This course is designed for those wanting to work in the farming industry. The course combines both the theory and practical aspects of crop and livestock management. It covers the practical applications of agriculture as well as the advanced aspects...

This one year, full-time Level 2 course combines both theory and practical animal-related work to cover the key areas of routine management and welfare for animals. You will get to work with a range of animals including reptiles, alpacas, meerkats an...

This course combines both theory and practical work. The course covers the scientific aspects of animal care as well as the advanced aspects designed to give you a broad spectrum of knowledge and the opportunity for progression into higher education....

This one year, full-time Level 1 course combines practical animal-related experience on the Common Leys Animal Unit along with theory to cover the key areas of the care of animals. You will get to work with a range of animals including rabbits, alpac...

The Level 3 course in Horse Management provides students with the skills and knowledge necessary to pursue careers in competition yards, riding schools, the horse racing Industry and the breeding industry or within a wide range of ancillary industrie...

This is a one year full time course, supported by periods of developing practical skills on the college’s equine yard. All aspects of horse care are covered throughout the year with a mixture of practical and classroom sessions. The course is designe...

The BSc (Hons) Animal Behaviour and Welfare Top Up programme can be studied full-time for 1 year or taken part-time across two years, with classes and practical sessions taught at the College's Witney and Common Leys Farm campuses.At Common Leys, you...

The FdSc in Animal Therapy and Rehabilitation promotes an understanding of contemporary aspects of complimentary therapy its underpinning science, and their application in present-day situations. A key feature of the FdSc programme is the emphasis on...

The BSc (Hons) in Animal Therapy and Rehabilitation promotes an understanding of contemporary aspects of complimentary therapy and underpinning science, and their application in present-day situations. In this top up year, students continue to undert...

The course is designed to support you to achieve the formal L2 Technical Certificate in Animal Care whilst focussing on employability skills and progression to the T-Level in Animal Management.This one-year, full-time Level 2 course combines both the...

This one year, full-time Level 1 course combines practical horse-related experience on the Common Leys yard along with theory to cover the key areas of the care of horses. You will get to work with a range of horses and learn how to carry out daily h...

This one year, full-time Level 1 course combines practical agriculture, countryside and environment experience on the Common Leys farm along with theory to cover key concepts. You will get to work with a range of livestock. Whilst developing your pra...

This is a well-recognised practical qualification accredited by the Royal Horticultural Society that focuses on developing the essential skills needed in horticulture. Equipment:As this is a very practical course you will need to provide yourself wit...

Starting your own business or changing career path can be a daunting experience and often a bit of a maze to navigate. If you are passionate about the animal industry but need a bit of help to get your business off the ground, this short course could...

This level 2 course is an excellent introduction to the art and skills required to become a professional dog groomer. You will work with a variety of dogs in our well-equipped dog grooming parlour, learning to correctly and safely restrain and handle...

The short course is designed for dog lovers and owners. The course will be held at the Common Leys Farm campus where we have access to both classrooms and the practical facilities. These include a commercial dog grooming room and a dog agility arena....

This dog first aid course taught by a specialist professional is perfect for owners of all dog types who want to be prepared should their dog need emergency first aid or treatment for minor injuries....

This equine first aid course, taught by a specialist professional is perfect for horse owners who want to be prepared should their horse need emergency first aid or treatment for minor injuries....

The short course is designed for dog lovers and owners. The course will be held at the Common Leys Farm campus where we have access to both classrooms and the practical facilities. These include a commercial dog grooming room and a dog agility arena....

This is a well-recognised practical qualification accredited by the Royal Horticultural Society that focuses on developing the essential skills needed in horticulture. The course is delivered on Saturday in two blocks with a break over the winter mon...

This course is designed for those thinking of taking on farm livestock for the first time or those who already have a smallholding but want to learn more. The course is held at our Common Leys Farm Campus where you can take part in theory and practic...

Are you a new smallholder wanting to start breeding your own flock of sheep? Do you find the concept of lambing on your own scary? This day course is designed to give an insight into safe and efficient lambing procedures and aims to equip learners wi...

This level 2 course is an excellent introduction to the art and skills required to become a professional dog groomer. You will work with a variety of dogs in our well-equipped dog grooming parlour, learning to correctly and safely restrain and handle...

This is a well-recognised practical qualification accredited by the Royal Horticultural Society that focuses on developing the essential skills needed in horticulture. The course is delivered in two blocks with a break over the winter months.Equipmen...

Do you have your own or are you thinking about setting up a professional dog walking business and would like an offical qualifcation to give you the competitive edge? Or do you want to know more about your own dog's behaviour and gain some tips for a...

This course is for 19 plus learners only. You need to hold the City and Guilds Level 2 Certificate for Dog Grooming Assistants to start this qualification. Whilst completing this course you will gain the practical skills and knowledge that are vital ...

This level 2 course is an excellent introduction to the art and skills required to become a professional dog groomer. You will work with a variety of dogs in our well-equipped dog grooming parlour, learning to correctly and safely restrain and handle...

This level 2 course is an excellent introduction to the art and skills required to become a professional dog groomer. You will work with a variety of dogs in our well-equipped dog grooming parlour, learning to correctly and safely restrain and handle...