Lola’s animal management journey

Lola’s studies at Capel Manor College began with animal management and she is now studying the BSc (Hons) Animal Management and Applied Zoology (Top-Up).

“I wanted to study animal science after recovering from a car accident that changed my life. I decided that I wanted to get involved with animals as I have always been passionate about them. I chose Capel Manor College after visiting one of its Open Days. Instantly, I knew that this was the right place for me, it felt like I was back in my hometown in Spain rather than London as the Enfield Campus grounds were so beautiful. Everybody that I spoke to was kind and friendly, and I felt accepted and welcome.

All of the courses I have studied at the College have been great and the practical side is what I have enjoyed the most. I love being in contact with nature and the College facilities have allowed me to make the most of that side. I have received so much support from all of my tutors, especially Lindsey and Evangelos, both were very supportive whilst I underwent major surgery during my studies.

I have gained lots of in-depth animal knowledge, had the opportunity to travel and gain work experience as part of my course, and improved my English language skills. I have made friends with many amazing people over the last few years. When I first started I found Capel Manor College a magical place with a community feel – and four years later I still feel this way!

My future goal is to work with local communities and rehabilitation centres abroad to help care for animals through enrichment and training programmes.”

Watch Lola’s testimonial here.

Where are they now?

After five years studying animal management with us, Cara has continued to thrive in higher education and the animal science sector. 

Following her time at our College she progressed to her first-choice university to study BSc (Hons) Zoo Biology, a course selected to broaden the biology and animal science knowledge she first developed at Capel Manor College. Throughout her degree, Cara explored diverse areas from physiology to animal behaviour, and the fascinating crossover of behavioural physiology. 

As part of her four-year programme, Cara completed an exciting placement year that took her around the world. She spent three months at a wildlife rescue and rehabilitation centre in Ecuador followed by six months at the University of Veterinary Medicine in Vienna contributing to sector research. 

Returning to the UK for her final year, Cara graduated with first-class honours, as well as several prestigious awards recognising her academic excellence and dedication to student leadership. 

Her success has continued beyond her undergraduate degree. Cara has now been accepted to study an MSc in Clinical Animal Behaviour at one of the UK’s leading institutions in this field. Alongside her postgraduate studies, she is working remotely with her research team in Vienna, conducting data analysis and contributing to multiple scientific publications. 

Cara says that Capel Manor College helped shape the confident, motivated person she is today, supporting her personal development as much as her academic journey. Her long-term dream remains to work in animal behaviour and eventually become a team leader in a canine behavioural team with a charity such as Dogs Trust, RSPCA or Battersea, before moving on to a career in education, inspiring others just as she was inspired.