BTEC Level 3 Certificate in Agriculture (Part-Time)

Three units are taught in the first year which leads to a Certificate in Agriculture qualification.  The course covers aspects of livestock management, grassland management and the basic principles of plant and soil science.  It is taught one day a week for one year.  The course is mainly classroom based and includes lectures, guest speakers, case studies and farm visits.  Good use is made of the college farm. Successful completion of the first year means the students can progress to the second year, to obtain a further 3 units which leads to a Subsidiary Diploma (6 units).  The Certificate is equivalent to one AS level and the Subsidiary Diploma is equivalent to one A level.