Student Story
"The staff at Sparsholt are fantastic, you can't fault them. They are really good and help us to work and teach us as much as possible."
Amy, Level 3 Animal ManagementWith an international reputation for animal studies and zoo management, and rated ‘Outstanding’ by Ofsted, Sparsholt is the ideal starting point for a career in this highly
competitive industry.
Home to the National Zoo Academy, our specialist Animal Management Centre houses 1,200 animals from 200 species including rare breeds, domestic, exotic and large farm animals –Â enabling you to gain theoretical and practical experience relevant for most careers in animal care. We also have a reptile house with a variety of exotic invertebrates to add an additional dimension to your studies.
DID YOU KNOW?
As one of the few colleges with a zoo licence, our Animal Management Centre is open to the public and students gain valuable work experience through their public interactions.
Careers
See where an Animal Management course can lead you to in the future:
- Animal Management and Behaviour
- Zoo Keeping