Alumni

Ashley, who graduated in 2020, studied his course full-time whilst working part-time as an Animal Welfare Technician at the College.

“I decided to study this degree as I wanted to further my knowledge of today’s conservation challenges, and the things I can do to help preserve our ecosystems. I chose Moulton for its rural environment, and the modules on offer really appealed to my interests. Throughout the course I enjoyed getting involved in discussions and friendly debates, and I really liked being in smaller classes. We had the opportunity to go on a range of trips, collecting data and observing the real world. I’m so grateful to my lecturers, who were committed to spending extra time with me if I needed to understand something better. Their support was invaluable. Since graduating I worked at the College first as an Animal Technician and then as a HE lecturer whilst studying my masters degree part-time. I have now moved to an HE lecturer role at another college."

Sally studied Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management (science stream), choosing this course over A levels as it covered every aspect of the animal industry and provided hands-on experience.

Sally gained experience with various animals during her college hours and had two days off a week for real-life work experience. Sally applied to study Veterinary Medicine with the help of Moulton College staff and was offered interviews at Bristol University and the Royal Veterinary College.

She chose RVC and recently graduated as a fully trained vet. She is now working in a local practice.

Meet Iona, a driven and passionate animal lover who pursued her dream of working with animals by completing a Level 3 BTEC in Animal Management. With a desire to gain practical experience in the field, Iona found the work experience aspect of the course particularly useful. Using her BTEC qualification, she secured a place at the prestigious RVC to study a BSc in Veterinary Nursing, where she achieved an upper class 2:1.

In addition to her studies, Iona worked as a registered veterinary nurse in multiple practices, completed work experience on a farm, and volunteered with the RSPCA to support her university applications. 

Her hard work paid off, and she is now a registered veterinary nurse, completing tasks such as monitoring anaesthetics, taking X-rays, administering medications, and liaising with owners. 

Iona is excited to continue her education and will be completing her Veterinary Medicine and Surgery Degree in September 2023 to achieve her ultimate goal of becoming a veterinarian. 

Despite the demanding nature of her work, Iona finds her job incredibly rewarding and enjoys the opportunity to learn something new every day while building relationships with clients and their furry friends.

Leanne Kinsella is a highly motivated individual who pursued her passion for animal welfare and management. Her love for animals started at an early age, and she volunteered at a vet clinic and walked dogs to earn extra money while in school. She later completed a Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Management here at Moulton College, which gave her an opportunity to work at a local zoo and get hands-on experience in different animal species.

Leanne's experience in animal welfare and management continued with her BSc in Zoo Biology, where she travelled to Botswana to do an official animal tracking course and interned at Knowsley Safari before securing a permanent job. 

She moved on to Twycross Zoo to gain more experience with different animal species, focusing on hoof-stock, and then transitioned into education, teaching FE students animal management courses, where she currently works. 

Leanne's passion for animal welfare and management is evident in the way she teaches and trains her students. She is an inspiration to the next generation of animal keepers and continues to make a positive impact in the field.

Georgia Sharpe's love for the natural world and her dedication to conserving various species have paved her way in the animal industry. Equipped with an Extended Level 3 Diploma in Animal Management and a BSc Hons in Applied Zoology from Moulton College, Georgia's passion became the driving force behind her journey. Her academic background equipped her with invaluable knowledge, enabling her to transition seamlessly into her career.

After exploring different paths, including a stint in teaching, she found her true calling: working with animals. 

Her qualifications not only opened doors but also showcased her unwavering commitment to her studies. In the summer of 2022, Georgia secured the role of Animal Care Supervisor at Wicksteed Park, a position she embraced with excitement. Today, she is the Animal Care Manager, overseeing a diverse range of species from farm animals to exotic creatures like Meerkats and Macaws.

Her days are filled with activity, from hands-on animal encounters during open days to managing administrative tasks such as staff rotas, food deliveries, and business planning. 

Georgia's journey highlights the transformative power of education and passion, inspiring others to pursue their dreams in the world of animal care.

Dione is passionate about animals, and loved the BSc Applied Animal Studies course at Moulton. She enjoyed how interactive the course was, saying learning was informative but also fun.

She enjoyed the days when they had practical lessons, and for her being able to handle and work with a wide variety of animals was extraordinary. She also enjoyed the different types of lessons and the different teaching methods were the highlight of the course.

Since graduating Dione has started working at a 24 hour Veterinary Hospital as a Veterinary Care Assistant, and would like to progress to Veterinary Nursing in the future.

Studying at Moulton provided her with lots of hands on practical experience with different species that is essential for working in a 24 hour Veterinary Hospital, where a variety of animals are seen, including wildlife.

The course also provided her with practical experience of using laboratory equipment which has enabled her to work within the lab at the vet practice as well. Dione has found that she is using what she learnt on the course every day in her job and has even helped educate others within the practice.

We asked Dione what advice she would give current and prospective students.

"My advice would be to get as much experience as possible and to make the most of the practical sessions. I would also suggest making detailed notes from lessons. Especially lessons that may contribute towards your career path. Some of the notes that I have kept from the university lectures have been useful for my job."

Caitlin is a Level 3 Animal Management graduate who pursued her passion for animals by opting for a practical course that provided her with the necessary entry requirements for her degree of choice. 

Her grades upon completion of the BTEC course allowed her to study Animal Behaviour and Welfare at Harper Adams University, where she completed a placement year at Medical Detection Dogs (MDD). 

Caitlin's love for her job as a Socialising Trainer at MDD is evident as she works closely with a team of dedicated volunteers to train Medical Alert Dogs from puppies.

Caitlin's experience in working with a range of behaviour cases and breeds has made her a better trainer, enabling her to support clients with medical conditions, such as PoTS or diabetes. 

Her role includes ensuring that the dogs are confident in public, well-behaved on walks and easy to live with. Her rewarding career has allowed her to widen her training knowledge and experience, providing her with an opportunity to work with dogs that save lives every day. 

Caitlin's journey serves as an inspiration to those who seek to pursue their passion and turn it into a fulfilling career.

Hayley is a BSc (Hons) Applied Animal Studies graduate from Moulton College. Her passion for animals started at a young age, and she has worked with a variety of species throughout her career.

Hayley's degree provided her with extensive knowledge and skills in animal health and welfare, which enabled her to secure a job at Guide Dogs in the Dog Care and Welfare Team for 5 and a half years, before moving on to her current role as the Health and Welfare Coordinator at Medical Detection Dogs for the past 3 and a half years. In her current role, Hayley is responsible for the health and happiness of around 90 Bio Detection Dogs and Assistance Dogs in Training.

Hayley's day-to-day tasks involve ensuring that the dogs at the Centre are cared for, including bathing, grooming, health checking, nail trimming, laundry, and cleaning. She is also responsible for making decisions on healthcare and treatment plans, keeping health policies up to date, and ensuring the dogs are up to date with their preventative treatments. Hayley's love for animals is evident in her dedication to her work, and she credits her volunteering experience at a local Rescue Centre for giving her an advantage in the competitive charity industry.

Preston studied Level 3 Sport here at Moulton alongside our Football Academy from 2022-2024.

Becky is currently studying Level 2 Floristry at Moulton College and completed her work placement at Flower and Farmer, where she has now been offered a permanent position.

Although she had always loved working with plants and flowers, Becky didn’t have any formal horticultural training. She first discovered Flower and Farmer four years ago but lacked the experience needed to apply. That’s when she decided to take a new step and enrol at Moulton College.

“I’ve always been into horticulture, and I grow my own flowers at my allotment – so floristry just felt like the natural path.” - Becky

Through her placement, Becky gained hands-on experience and confidence in the field she’s passionate about.

“It’s just lovely working with flowers all day, every day. I love the physicality of it, being outside, and I’ve learnt so much.”

Her hard work paid off – she’s now part of the team at Flower and Farmer, turning her passion into a career.

Preston studied Level 3 Sport here at Moulton alongside the Football Academy from 2022-2024.  

He wanted to study this course as it allowed him to study many aspects of sport as well as play. He chose Moulton for its range of great sports facilities being in a lovely area.  

An enjoyable aspect of the course for Preston was applying his theory based learning in practical sessions, like during his two week trip to Seville for sports coaching work experience, where he got to coach a number of different sports. 

Preston says "Moulton College helped me massively get to the point I am today! The lecturers taught me a wide range of skills that I now apply in my coaching and constantly motivated me to grow in my coaching and my personal development!" Today Preston runs a successful football coaching business, P2L Training, based in Worcester and Northampton where he coaches private football training sessions. Alongside this he is a student at the University of Worcester studying a degree in Sports Coaching!

Bethany Sutherland is a passionate animal lover who pursued her dream by enrolling in the Level 3 Extended Diploma in Animal Welfare and Management at Moulton College. With 10 years of experience volunteering and working at a stables, she knew this was the field she wanted to work in. Bethany's time at college not only helped her narrow down her preferred animal field, but also allowed her to make friends with similar interests.

After completing her course in 2013, Bethany landed her first job as a veterinary receptionist. She enjoys the diversity of her job, meeting people who share her passion for animals, and learning something new each day.

As a front-of-house representative of the practice, Bethany takes pride in providing high customer service and maintaining impeccable hygiene standards. Her daily tasks include answering calls, booking appointments, handling payments, and monitoring stock levels. She also handles the pet cremation service, ensuring that clients are updated when their beloved pets' ashes have been returned.