Extended Advanced Technical Diploma in Agriculture

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LOCATION & START DATE
Bicton College - 11 September 2023
LEVEL
Level 3 Levels Explained
DURATION
1 Year
LEARNING AREA
Agriculture & Countryside Management Find out more
ATTENDANCE
Full-time

Extended Advanced Technical Diploma in Agriculture

This course is a follow on programme for students that have successfully completed the Level 3 Advanced Technical diploma in agriculture (540). The course builds on the knowledge and skills developed in that programme, extending deeper into areas of agricultural production and management, ideal for those looking for a career in agricultural management or the allied industries.

This Level 3 is an advanced level programme equivalent to A levels, providing UCAS points and progression opportunities to university undergraduate programmes.

What you will learn

This one year course builds on the work that you have completed in the Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Agriculture (540). We will examine the management of specific enterprises such as dairy and sheep in greater detail and take a deeper look at animal physiology, health and nutrition and its links to production efficiency. Farm business management is taken on a step allowing you to apply your skills and knowledge to develop business plans and diversification opportunities using real case studies.

The completion of an independent research project allows you to focus on an area of interest and develop research, data collection, data analysis and report writing skills.

Further livestock and mechanical practical skills such as ATV and Forklift truck operation and maintenance will be included within the programme.

Entry requirements

Successful completion of Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Agriculture (540) and a Work placement

Work experience

You will need to undertake an Industrial placement of 315 Hours

Assessment

You will be assessed by a range of methods including one written exam, practical observations and written assignments during the duration of the programme.

Progression

Success at level 3 means that not only will have a good grasp of the practical skills and knowledge required in the agricultural industry, a sound understanding of the underlying scientific principles of soils, crop and livestock production but also a firm grasp of the fundamentals of business planning and management. You can use your skills to progress to a foundation or undergraduate degree level programme in a linked subject area or enter employment on farm or within the allied industries.

Bicton College

Bicton College

Bicton College is based in East Devon, near Exeter, and set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just two miles from the Jurassic Coast. The historic Georgian mansion, commercial farm, animal husbandry school, modern veterinary nursing building, world-class engineering and heavy plant machinery workshop, walled garden and arboretum are all set in over 200 hectares of historic parkland.


This one year course builds on the work that you have completed in the Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Agriculture (540). We will examine the management of specific enterprises such as dairy and sheep in greater detail and take a deeper look at animal physiology, health and nutrition and its links to production efficiency. Farm business management is taken on a step allowing you to apply your skills and knowledge to develop business plans and diversification opportunities using real case studies.

The completion of an independent research project allows you to focus on an area of interest and develop research, data collection, data analysis and report writing skills.

Further livestock and mechanical practical skills such as ATV and Forklift truck operation and maintenance will be included within the programme.

Successful completion of Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Agriculture (540) and a Work placement

You will need to undertake an Industrial placement of 315 Hours

You will be assessed by a range of methods including one written exam, practical observations and written assignments during the duration of the programme.

Success at level 3 means that not only will have a good grasp of the practical skills and knowledge required in the agricultural industry, a sound understanding of the underlying scientific principles of soils, crop and livestock production but also a firm grasp of the fundamentals of business planning and management. You can use your skills to progress to a foundation or undergraduate degree level programme in a linked subject area or enter employment on farm or within the allied industries.

Bicton College

Bicton College

Bicton College is based in East Devon, near Exeter, and set in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just two miles from the Jurassic Coast. The historic Georgian mansion, commercial farm, animal husbandry school, modern veterinary nursing building, world-class engineering and heavy plant machinery workshop, walled garden and arboretum are all set in over 200 hectares of historic parkland.


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