Animal Management Centre
The Animal Management Centre provides a state-of-the-art setting for studying animal welfare and houses an extensive animal collection, perfect for anyone wanting to turn their passion for animals into a career.
Your gateway to real animal care experience
Our Animal Management Centre provides an industry-standard environment where students can develop hands-on skills, work with a wide range of species, and gain real insight into professional animal care settings.
The centre is divided into several specialist areas designed to support practical learning, behaviour study and animal husbandry.
Specialist animal areas
Allows students to explore behavioural differences between nocturnal and diurnal species.
Home to snakes, lizards, tortoises, turtles, frogs, newts, and toads.
Featuring both cold-water and tropical fish tanks, with species from across the globe.
Outside, you’ll find areas housing llamas, sheep, goats, otters, meerkats, and ponies.
with Rodway Farm just around the corner, you’ll have access to dairy, beef, sheep, and pig units.
🎓 University-level study on your doorstep
Attend our upcoming Open Events to discuss our courses, chat with academic staff, and get your questions answered. Explore our comprehensive range of Degrees, Higher Apprenticeships, and professional programmes.
Advanced veterinary facilities
The Centre’s veterinary nursing suite provides a professional space for carrying out routine health checks, diagnostics, and care procedures. It features a dedicated nursing room, isolation unit, and clinical zones designed to mirror real-world veterinary environments.
If you’re passionate about animals and want to turn that passion into a career, our Animal Care and Management courses offer the perfect opportunity to build your skills and confidence.
We offer a range of sports and societies to cater to the interests and passions of our students. Come and explore our range of sports and societies to find the perfect fit for you!
The academic year, which starts in September, is split into three terms: autumn, spring, and summer. Terms are separated by Christmas, Easter and the summer holidays, respectively.