Course description
Get a comprehensive introduction to the world of agriculture, livestock farming, and issues including animal welfare and sustainability. Study on our 150-hectare rural campus at Writtle College.
This Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma is ideal if you’re looking to work in agriculture and want to learn more about all aspects of the industry. You do not need to have previous experience of farming.
By studying agriculture at Writtle College, you could play an important role in the future of British and international farming.
The world is facing a food crisis. We need to produce at least 50% more food to feed a rapidly growing population. The agricultural industry needs people who can meet that challenge with fresh thinking and new approaches.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
- 5 GCSEs at Grade 9-4 or A*-C; must include English and Maths.
- Satisfactory references from most recent school, college or employer.
- Alternative qualifications or experience will be considered on application.
Training Course Content
Mandatory units
- Principles of Health and Safety
- Undertake and Review Work-related Experience in the Land-based Industries
- Land-based Industry Machinery Operations
- Agricultural Crop Production
- Plant and Soil Science
- Undertake Estate Skills
- Livestock Husbandry
- Business Management in the Land-based Sector
Optional units
- Land-based Power Units
- Forage Crop Production
- Farm Animal Health and Nutrition
- Root Crop Production
- Farm Habitat Management
- Undertake Land-based Workshop Processes
- Dairy Production
- Beef Production
- Pig Production
- Poultry Production
- Sheep Production
- Repair Land-based Compression Ignition, Diesel Engines
- Repair Land-based Mechanical Power Transmissions Systems
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: £4,425 Students over 19 starting 2023/24 (funding available)
Continuing Studies
Careers and educational progression
Level 3 qualifications can provide a route into the agricultural profession, support career development if you’re already working in agriculture, or be a foundation for further learning or training.
After completing this course, you could further your education by studying ourLevel 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Agriculture. This includes a 300-hour work placement in the industry. Or you might move into employment in roles including:
- Assistant herdsperson/stockperson
- Agricultural technician
- Apprentice in a farm business
- Calf or stock rearer
- Assistant machinery operator.
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