Part-Time FdSc COUNTRYSIDE MANAGEMENT

Equipping students for a wide range of careers within the countryside management arena, this qualification provides a solid foundation in ecological and environmental science. You will be encouraged to apply what you've learnt to the issues of today including: conservation; public access and tourism, agriculture and sustainability. The content of the programme is highly practical and you will be encouraged to develop management skills by taking every opportunity to study estate management, conservation and countryside policy.

UCAS Course Code: N231 H FdSc/CMgt

Entry Requirements

80 UCAS points: 1 A level at Grade C or above or National Diploma at PPM or equivalent supported by GCSEs.

Additional Experience
Life experiences are taken into account when considering applications.

Location
Hadlow

Course Duration
Full time: 2 years, 2 days per week. Part time: 4 years, 1 days per week.

Course Content

Year 1

• Principles of ecology
• Plant science and taxonomy
• Countryside management practices
• Conservation and community
• Principles of management
• Work-based learning project

Year 2

• Practical ecology and surveying
• Rural land use
• Field biology and habitat classification
• Sustainable landscape management
• Environmental management for countryside managers
• Work-based learning project

The work based learning modules are a key feature of this course. You will be expected to complete a work based project which occurs over an eight week period at the end of the academic session. You will be supported in finding an appropriate placement and your progress within a working environment monitored.

Assessment Method
Coursework (written and practical assignments) as well as end of year examinations, some of which are open book.

Progression Routes
Successful students can progress onto the BSc (Hons) Landscape Management (Countryside) programme. Graduates will also be fully prepared for managerial, consultancy and technical positions within the countryside industry.

Specialist Equipment Needed
Protective clothing, steel toe-capped boots, waterproof clothing and a camera are essential.