The Programme

This programme provides the necessary skills and theoretical knowledge to work effectively in the field of Countryside Management or Game Keeping. The course has strong vocational and practical elements giving the opportunity to gain hands on experience alongside guided learning.

What You Study

Core modules:

• Academic and Professional Skills
• Work-based Learning
• Flora Identification and Ecology
• Fauna Natural History and Ecology
• Practical Conservation Skills
• Game Management
• Business for countryside managers
• Habitat Management for Conservation
• Independent Project
• Ecological Surveying (Fauna)
• Practical Conservation Techniques
• Introduction to Geographical Information Systems (GIS)
• Research Techniques
• Pest Control
• Game Breeding
• Shoot Management

Special Features

The programme includes elements of guided vocational experience allowing students to work alongside Countryside Management and Game Management experts. A strong emphasis is given to field research methods and practical conservation experience.

People who take this course could go on to

Year 3 of the BSc (Hons) in Environmental Conservation, or to gain employment with organisations such as Natural England, DEFRA, BASC, County Rights of Way Departments, the Environment Agency, the Farming and Wildlife Advisory Group, County Wildlife Trusts, county and district councils, forestry companies, landscape conservation contractors, Game Farms and environmental consultancies.

Entry Requirements

Successful applicants are normally expected to have a minimum of 120 UCAS points at Advanced Level (60 at A2) or Level 3 Extended Diploma or Equivalent plus satisfactory reference plus other any specific criteria agreed at validation. Life experience will also be taken in to account when considering applications from mature students. In the interests of widening participation admissions tutors have discretion to admit applicants with lower qualifications if they can show that they are likely to be successful on the course and an admissions assessment may be used in certain circumstances.

How to Apply

Apply for the full-time course through UCAS using code D424.Entry onto the part-time course is by direct application to the College 0800 731 8281.

Duration

3 years part-time