Course description
Take the first steps towards a career in agriculture and farming, with our practical, hands-on Level 2 Technical Certificate. Study on our 150-hectare campus at Writtle College.
This Level 2 course is ideal if you’re looking to work in agriculture and want to learn more about crop production, livestock, machinery operation, and farm maintenance. You do not need to have any previous experience of farming.
At Writtle College you’ll be based on a rural campus with approximately 130 hectares of arable land, livestock, and a working farm.
We need to produce more food to feed a growing global population – and the agricultural industry needs people who can meet that challenge. By studying with us, you could play an important role in the future of farming.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
- 4 GCSEs at Grade 9-3 or A*-D; must include English and Maths at no less than Grade 3 or Grade D.
- A work placement of 5 days in a related industry is desirable.
- Satisfactory references from most recent school, college or employer.
- Alternative qualifications or experience will be considered on application.
Important additional notes
Our published entry requirements are a guide only and our decision will be based on your overall suitability for the course as well as whether you meet the minimum entry requirements.
Training Course Content
Mandatory units
- Health and Safety for the Land-based Industries
- Agricultural Power Units and Machinery Operation
- Crop Husbandry
- Farm Animal Production
- Farm Estate Maintenance
- Physiology of Plants and Aninals
- Working in the Agricultural Industry
Course delivery details
This course consists of the following seven units. Units are subject to change and availability.
Assessment
We’ll assess your progress in a number of ways including practical observation, oral questioning, multiple choice questions, written assessments, exam, open book exams and formal written assessments.
Why choose Writtle University College
Ranked Top University-Sector Institution in East Anglia for overall student satisfaction!
*Based on NSS 2022 Based on Taught Data
Beautiful rural campus situated close to the city of Chelmsford, 40 minutes from London and the coast.
Expenses
Fee: £3,417 Students over 19 starting 2023/24 (full-time)
Continuing Studies
Careers and educational progression
Level 2 qualifications can provide a route into the agricultural profession, or be a foundation for further learning or training.
After completing this course, you could further your education by studying a Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Agriculture. Or you might move into employment in roles including:
- Tractor operator
- Agricultural machinery operator
- Trainee stockperson
- General farm worker.
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