You will study topics including Practical Animal Feeding, Maintaining Animal Accommodation, Maintaining Animal Health, Handling and Care of Small Animals (including birds, fish and reptiles) and Core Skills. In practical classes you will undertake routine health care, feeding and handling techniques with a range of small animals.This course will give learners an understanding of animal breeds and grooming, allowing the individual the opportunity to develop a range of skills and techniques, personal skills and attributes essential for successful performance in working life.

This course is aimed at students who wish to work in the animal care sector and who want to gain a greater knowledge of potential pathways.This will allow students to gain skills to further progress into Higher Education courses such as Veterinary Nursing,Animal Sciences and Agriculture.The students may also be able to progress into specialised roles such as animal nutritionist,AI technician or within pet and agricultural services.Animal Care: BreedingLivestock Husbandry, health and welfareHorse healthFirst aid for animalsAnimal diet and nutrtionVeterinary nursing:essential nursing skillsCustomer relationshipsATV useHandling and restraining animals

You will gain the knowledge and skills to develop your portfolio and artwork. Exploring areas such as Observational and Developmental drawing, Illustration, Life Drawing, and Portfolio.

You will gain the knowledge and skills to develop your artwork. Exploring areas such as: Developmental Drawing, Observational Drawing, Contemporary Art/Conceptual Development, Ceramics, Painting, Creative/Advanced Projects

You will gain the knowledge and skills to develop your artwork. Exploring areas such as Printmaking, Painting Skills, 2D Skills and Digital Imaging. This programme allows candidates to build their Art and Design portfolio for further Higher Education studies.

Astronomy is a natural science where we study celestial objects and things which happen in the heavens.Course content:

The course will cover the following topics: Introduction to the science and practice of astronomy The historical development of astronomy Astronomy, the big questions Developments in computing within the astronomy community Careers and other involvement opportunities in astronomy

Alternating afternoons between workshop and classroom. Practical activities carried out in the workshop include tyre changes, car cleaning, Health & Safety procedures, engines, exhaust & workshop skills. Theoretical content is provided within classroom sessions to provide under-pinning knowledge. On-Going assessment/portfolio building.

Borders Academy of Sporting Excellence (BASE) supports sports performers to develop their individual skills and sports performance alongside their academic studies. The course has some common elements with other SCQF Level 6 Sports & Exercise courses but is built around a National Progression Award (NPA) in Achieving Excellence in Sport, covering: Analysis of performance; Behaviours of Elite Athletes; and Performance Improvement Programmes. This is a full-time course, with 3 days per week in college that includes specialised strength and conditioning sessions alongside expert Football Tuition and Coaching.This is an excellent opportunity for any aspiring Football Players to combine Academic study...

Borders Academy of Sporting Excellence (BASE) supports sports performers to develop their individual skills and sports performance alongside their academic studies. The course has some common elements with other SCQF Level 6 Sports & Exercise courses but is built around a National Progression Award (NPA) in Achieving Excellence in Sport, covering: Analysis of Performance; Behaviours of Elite Athletes; and Performance Improvement Programmes. This is a full-time course, with 3 days per week in college that includes specialised strength and conditioning sessions alongside expert tuition and hockey coaching.This is an excellent opportunity for any aspiring Hockey Players to combine Academic study...

Borders Academy of Sporting Excellence (BASE) supports sports performers to develop their individual skills and sports performance alongside their academic studies. The course has some common elements with other SCQF Level 6 Sports & Exercise courses but is built around a National Progression Award (NPA) in Achieving Excellence in Sport, covering: Analysis of performance; Behaviours of Elite Athletes; and Performance Improvement Programmes. This is a full-time course, with 3 days per week in college that includes specialised strength and conditioning sessions alongside expert tuition that is delivered in Partnership with Scottish Rugby's Pathway programme.This is an excellent opportunity for any...