Overview

 

This course is designed for students who want to the opportunity to develop a range of skills in the land-based studies sector and would like to progress on to further study.

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Students will have the opportunity to work alongside experienced tutors to learn key skills in the land based sector. Students will learn skills in a variety of areas including gardening and harvesting skills in our on-site allotment and working with a range of domestic, exotic and large animal species situated on our purpose built small holding on site.

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How will I learn?

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Students will have access to purpose built on-site facilities to allow hands on experience in different land based sectors. Students will have a mixture of theory based and practical based learning throughout the year.

 

What will I learn?

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Students will cover a range of topics within different industry related units. There will be elements of practical and theory based learning throughout the year.

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Units taught:

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• Being Organised

• Developing a Personal Progression Plan

• Working with Others

• Researching a Topic

• Finding Out About the Land-based Sector

• Caring for and Feeding Animals

• Moving and Accommodating Animals

• Preparing Soil for Planting

• Assist with the Care and Non-ridden Exercise of Horses

• Maintain the Health of Animals

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​Method Of Assessment

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Students will be internally assessed through a mix of practical and theory assignments completed throughout the academic year. Students will have the opportunity to work towards Pass, Merit or Distinction Criteria. 

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Next Steps

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On completion of this course, students should have gained confidence and developed introductory practical skills to apply in the land-based sector. This course will provide a stepping stone into further education on level 2 land based sector courses like animal care, fisheries, equine or horticulture.