Overview
Land & Wildlife Advanced (Level 3)This study programme includes units to give students the practical and theoretical knowledge required for employment in the countryside management sector and is designed to prepare you for a middle management role or those that wish to progress onto a higher education qualification in conservation, ecology or another science based degree.
You will also carry out duties maintaining the College countryside facilities where students will develop their knowledge alongside their practical skills.
Please note: due to high demand, this course is unavailable for September 2024. Check back in October for 2025 availability.
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Entry requirements
4 GCSEs grades 9- 4 OR equivalent.
Duration: 2 Years
Year 1 -you will complete the Technical Diploma in Land and Wildlife Management (Countryside) qualification.
Year 2 – you will complete Technical Extended Diploma in Land and Wildlife Management (Countryside) qualification.
What qualification will I gain?
- On completion of the two years you will be awarded City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Land and Wildlife Management (Countryside) qualification.
- Plus English and Maths qualifications if required.
- You can also gain up to 168 UCAS points for the Extended Diploma
How will I be assessed?
You will be continually assessed as the study programme progresses using a variety of methods, including presentations, case studies, assignments, practical assessments and externally set exams.
Work experience
You will be required to find a work placement in both year 1 and 2 of the study programme to achieve the industry experience unit.
Course content
What will I study?
Year 1: during the first year of your study programme you will cover ten of the following units
Mandatory units
- Principles of Health and Safety
- Undertake and review work related experience in the land based industries
- Land based industry machinery operations
- Population surveys, ecology and conservation
- Countryside recreation
- Undertake estate skills
Specialist units
- Game Bird Production
- Woodland Habitat Management
- Fresh water and Wetland Management
- River Fisheries Creation
Year 2: during the second year of your study programme you will cover ten of the following units
Mandatory units
- Principles of physical and biological environmental processes
- Ecology and Concepts and Application
- Environmental Interpretation in the Land based Sector
- Undertake a Specialist Project in the Land Based Sector
- Pest and Predator Control
- Principles of Tree Felling and Chainsaw Use
- Undertake Grassland Habitat Management
Optional units
- Aquatics Welfare and Breed Development
- Plant and Soil Science
- Adventurous Activity Leadership
English and maths:
If you don’t already have GCSE English and maths grade 9-4, we will work with you to help you develop your maths and English skills.
Next steps
Learners completing this level 3 qualification will be able to progress onto a Higher education degree in Ecology, conservation or wildlife studies.
Additional information
A number of trips will be organised in the UK and abroad, and you will also have the opportunity to enter local competitions and work closely with regional and national companies.
The College works closely with the local community and employers to give you the experience of the working environment.
You will also study to achieve the following additional qualifications:
- Survey techniques
- Pesticide application
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, or contact info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk.
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Whilst every effort is made to ensure the information on the Website is correct, some details may be subject to change. The Bedford College Group reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.
Funding Information
All full-time Level 1 and Level 2 courses are now FREE for everyone, whatever their age. If you are looking to study a Level 3 qualification, courses might still be free if you’re under 19 or 19-23 and studying your first full Level 3 qualification. Whether you need to pay a fee and how much will be dependent on the programme you choose to study. For more information call 0345 658 8990.
If you’re over 23 or studying a second Level 3 qualification, you will need to pay a fee. Find out more on our financial support page at: www.bedfordcollegegroup.co.uk/finance or view the Full-time Fee Flow Chart below.
If you are unsure whether you need to pay or not then please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990.
Full-time Fee Flow ChartIf you are aged 19 or over you may qualify for an Advanced Learner Loan to help you pay the tuition fees for this course. You can also pay by instalments to help make the cost of this course more affordable.
Find out moreIf you live in any of the following areas and wish to apply for or enrol onto one of our courses, please contact our Customer Contact team on 0345 658 8990 to check if your course is funded or not (Please note that if your course is not funded then you will pay a higher fee than what is listed, please contact our Customer Contact team for more information):
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- Greater Manchester
- Greater London
- Liverpool City Region
- Tees Valley
- West of England
- West Midlands
- Sheffield
- Newcastle Upon Tyne
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- West Yorkshire
Additional Learning Support
If you have a specific learning difficulty or disability, are deaf or hearing impaired, our Additional Learning Support team are on hand to give you assistance whenever you need it. Email: ALSteam@bedford.ac.uk or call us on 01234 291333.
Financial Support
For information regarding financial support, please visit the Financial Support section to see the support you may be entitled to apply for.
Accessibility
We have access arrangements in place to help students with disabilities or any other particular needs. Call us on 01234 291000 or 01536 413123 for more information.
Any questions?
If you would like to find out more about this or other courses, please use our Livechat below, email info@bedfordcollegegroup.ac.uk or call us on 0345 658 8990.
