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Countryside & Agriculture

Do you thrive being outdoors and enjoy practical study? Study with us at our Auction Mart Campus on the edge of the exquisite Yorkshire Dales National Park and prepare for employment in the countryside, conservation and ecology industries.

Our specialist pathways include Agriculture, Countryside and Land Management and Horticulture giving you the ability to focus on the subjects you are really interested in.

With access to national parks and leisure facilities through our extensive and well-established employer links, you will be able to develop the range of practical skills you need for the huge range of employment opportunities in the Land-based sector, whether you choose to study a full-time course or an Apprenticeship.

Our tutors are experts in their fields with experience of working with the National Trust, Skipton in Bloom and Harrogate Flower Shows.

In addition to work placements, you may be able to study for additional qualifications in chainsaw and brushwood cutter usage, dry stone walling and ATV handling.

NEWS:  
£22,376
Average Salary
Agriculture & Horticulture Managers
Suggested Occupations
+1.3%
Industry Growth
Vocational
TitleLevel
Countryside & Land ManagementLevel 1, Level 2, Level 3
HorticultureLevel 1, Level 2, Level 3
Apprenticeships
TitleLevel
Countryside Worker ApprenticeshipLevel 2
General Farm Worker ApprenticeshipLevel 2
Horticulture & Landscape Operative ApprenticeshipLevel 2
Livestock Unit Technician ApprenticeshipLevel 3
Underkeeper Apprenticeship Under DevelopmentLevel 2
Degrees & Higher Levels
TitleLevel
Conservation Management BSc (Hons) (Top up)Level 6
Wildlife & Conservation Management FdScLevel 5
Part-time
TitleStart
Dry Stone Walling - IntroductionSat 20 April 2024
Wildlife Identification - IntroductionThu 2 May 2024
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