About
Writtle is one of the oldest specialist institutions in the UK offering animal, land-based and sport courses in Higher and Further Education including Postgraduate, Undergraduate, Further Education, Short Courses and Apprenticeships.
Courses available in Animal Science, Animal Management, Equine, Veterinary Physiotherapy and Nursing, Agriculture, Horticulture, Floristry, Land and Wildlife Management, Art and Design and Sport.
School Leavers 16+
Writtle offers accredited courses in vocational subjects and our friendly and supportive staff will help you find the course which best suits your needs and level of experience. Opportunities to study Maths and English. Level 2 and 3 courses in range of subjects.
Undergraduate and Postgraduate Programmes
Gain practical, hands-on experience alongside specialist theory. Our degree courses are created with industry in mind, meaning your learning remains current and relevant. Many courses have professional recognition, endorsements or accreditation. We offer a number of taught postgraduate qualifications in animal / land based subjects.
Apprenticeships
Our apprenticeship courses have been specifically designed by employers to meet the needs of industry. Each course provides a blend of practical hands on experience with the underpinning knowledge required.
Adult learners and Professional Qualifications
Writtle offers have the flexibility to study on either a full-time or part-time basis and a wide range of suitable courses depending on your needs. Options range from Level 2/3 courses through to certificate/diplomas of Higher education or degrees. Foundation Year options are available.
Support for Employers
Writtle University College is working with employers to grow and train their workforces during the recovery from Covid-19. Collaborating with us is a productive and effective way for any business to grow talent and develop a motivated, skilled and qualified workforce.
Why work with us?
- Long standing reputation for delivering land based courses for nearly 130 years.
- The highest rated university-sector institution in England for Overall Student Satisfaction, according to the National Student Survey 2020.
- Rated ‘Good’ by Ofsted.
- National Winner for Floristry Provider of the Year 2019
- Veterinary Physiotherapy is only course of its kind accredited by RAMP and AHPR
- Four animal-related courses recognised by Animal Behaviour and Training Council. By completing these qualifications, students will prove they hold the knowledge required to meet ABTC standards for animal trainers and behaviourists.
- A Canine Therapy Clinic with membership of the Canine Hydrotherapy Association (CHA).
- Following a review in July 2020, WUC successfully met the quality standards required for membership of The Association of Graduate Careers Advisory Services (AGCAS).
- Completed a successful assessment review against the Matrix Standard.
Lordship Road
Writtle
Chelmsford
CM1 3RR
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01245 424200 [email protected] www.writtle.ac.uk