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Land-Based Studies (Agriculture) City & Guilds Diploma

Level 1

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Key Info

Learning Area   Agriculture & Countryside Management
Delivery Mode   Full-time
Duration   1 Year


Dates & Locations

Course Type   16-19 Study Programme
Location   Duchy College Stoke Climsland
Start Date   08/09/2021

This course is an ideal introduction into the land-based agricultural industry, where you will gain the hands-on practical skills, experience and knowledge of a variety of farming disciplines, designed to prepare you for employment.

  What You Will Learn

Safe working, farm animal husbandry, crop husbandry, tractor operation, fencing, and other estate skills, whilst developing the personal skills and qualities to find and keep the job you want.

  Entry Requirements

GCSE English and mathematics at grade E or 2, or equivalent qualifications at Entry Level 3.

  Progression

Further study such as our Level 2 Technical Certificate in Agriculture or an agricultural apprenticeship.

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  Tags

# Agriculture # countryside # Land-based # sustainability # Conservation

Courses listed on this website are indicative of the subject, nature and level of study. The College reserves the right to alter specific qualifications titles, awarding bodies and levels of qualification, which can change in year. Any cost may also vary, based on personal funding eligibility. The Cornwall College Group reserves the right to withdraw any course listed at any time.

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