Animal Technology

Is the animal technology industry right for you?

It could be right for you if:

  • You want to work closely with animals and learn more about them every day
  • You want a career that is both physically active and intellectually rewarding
  • You enjoy being part of a close knit team
  • You want to contribute to advances in human and veterinary healthcare
  • You enjoy a varied and interesting working day

Top five useful skills to develop to work in animal technology:

  • An understanding of the legal controls on animal research and their implementation
  • Knowledge of animal handling and care, housing, breeding and feeding
  • An understanding of mammalian physiology
  • Computer and scientific skills
  • At a higher level, knowledge of immunology and pathology, microbiology and genetics
Click here to find out which qualifications could help you get these skills