Environmental Studies & Conservation (City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma)

Plumpton College

Ditchling Road, Plumpton, Lewes, East Sussex, BN7 3AE

National Award (BTEC)

Level 3

Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care

Available start dates

Sunday, 01 September 2024

Plumpton College

34 Year(s)

Full time

Daytime/working hours

Tuition Fee: <ul> <li>16-18 exempt</li></ul> Assessment Fee: <ul> <li>16-18 exempt</li></ul> Facility Fee: <ul> <li>Cost for day students- £120 per year</li><li>Cost for residential students- £200 per year</li></ul> The facility fee is applicable to all our full time FE students and this is paid annually before you arrive for your enrolment and induction. This fee assists in providing non-educational facilities which include security, sports amenities, membership of the Sports and Social Club, minibuses, Wi Fi access, television room, on-site medical support and free car parking subject to availability. For students aged 19 plus please contact Admissions for further fee information: Admissions@plumpton.ac.uk 01273 892082

Course Summary

This course is perfect for those looking to develop a broad base of knowledge and practical skills in countryside and estate management, rural industries, and habitats.

You'll study a range of conservation issues and how tourism and development impact the countryside. You'll learn about different habitats and relevant legislation and develop practical experience in effectively managing the conservation of plants and animals.

Course Details

Modules include:

Estate skills

Principles of wildlife ecology and conservation

Countryside recreation

Grassland management

Heathland management

Ecological concepts and application

Woodland Habitat management

Archaeology

How will it be delivered and assessed?

You will be assessed through unit-based internal assignments and external assessments to include theory exams and practical synoptic evidence.

Entry requirements

EITHER:

You will need to have achieved 5 or more GCSEs between Grade 9-4 (A-C) including maths, English and a Science

Successful completion of a related Level 2 qualification at Merit or GCSE maths at Grade 4 or above

Mature students without the above requirements will be considered

Your next steps...

Achieving a high grade on a Level 3 programme will open students to higher education degrees or straight into employment.

Additional information

https://www.plumpton.ac.uk/courses/environmental-studies-conservation-city-guilds-level-3-advanced-technical-extended-diploma-15/

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