Vocational
Land-based Studies (Animal Care) Level 1 (2026/27)
Want to work with animals? Our entry-level course, taught at Houghall campus in Durham, gives you plenty of experience of working with small and large animals.
View on college websiteCareer areas this course can lead to
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1. Animal care services occupations Average salary: £25,070
UK employment: +1.3% last 3 years -
2. Conservation professionals Average salary: £40,080
UK employment: -17.4% last 3 years -
3. Biological scientists Average salary: £45,380
UK employment: +11.2% last 3 years -
4. Laboratory technicians Average salary: £28,210
UK employment: -14.3% last 3 years -
5. Other administrative occupations Average salary: £28,290
UK employment: -2.7% last 3 years -
6. Veterinary nurses Average salary: £28,890
UK employment: +60.2% last 3 years -
7. Environment professionals Average salary: £43,360
UK employment: +40.2% last 3 years -
8. Agricultural and fishing trades Average salary: £30,060
UK employment: -22.1% last 3 years