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BTEC First Diploma in Agriculture
The programme
The First Diploma in Agriculture is a practical work-related course where students learn by completing projects and assignments that are based on realistic workplace situations. The course covers the basic knowledge and technical practical skills that are needed to work within the agriculture industry.
What you study
- Estate Skills
- Industry and Organisations
- Industry Experience
- Introduction to Husbandry
- Machinery and Workshop Skills
- Introduction to Animal and Plant Biology
- Plus some additional qualifications
Key Skills
- Application of Number
- Communication
- Information Communication Technology
Special Features
This course has been specifically designed to give you the skills, knowledge and confidence you need to seek employment within the agriculture industry, and also to allow progression to more advanced agricultural courses.
This is a very practical course, which has been designed to meet the needs of students who prefer to learn by doing, yet enables academic development by completion of assignment work.
People who take this course could go on to..
The National Diploma in Agriculture, or start out on careers in the agricultural industry, or move on to Apprenticeship programmes.
Entry Requirements
4 GCSEs at grade D OR Level 1 qualification in a related subject, such as NVQ Level 1 in Agriculture OR “Life experience” will also be taken into account when considering applications from mature students. In addition two satisfactory references are required.
Duration
1 year full-time
