Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Agriculture Management

This course is designed for people who would like to enter the world of farming in a supervisory or craftsman role or to move on to further study at university. It covers all the main aspects of modern farming, including business management, machinery, livestock and crop production.

You need to be highly motivated and demonstrate a keen interest in your chosen subject.

You will need:

• A minimum of four GCSEs at grade 4 (C) or above, including English and/or Maths

            OR                                     

• An Intermediate Diploma in the chosen subject at Merit standard or higher, including English and Maths

You will have an interview and initial assessment. Parents and carers are welcome to attend the interview, but not the initial assessment.

If you are a mature learner, we may be able to consider your previous experience in your chosen subject.

To progress to Year 2 of this course, you will be required to obtain a Pass grade or above during your first year.

The course will cover:

• Business management
• Industrial and work experience
• Estate skills
• Introduction to crop production
• Machinery operation and maintenance
• Animal science
• Plant and soil science
• Principles of machinery
• Spreaders and sprayers
• Undertaking farm habitat management
• Forage crops
• Investigative project
• Managing agricultural environments
• Livestock breeding and nutrition

This course will be delivered on-site at Broomfield Hall.

You will be required to supply your own:

• Steel toe-capped boots or wellingtons
• Derby College Group overalls (these will be available to purchase at enrolment)
• Derby College Group uniform
• Outdoor clothing
• Writing materials

Please note that course fees will apply for students aged 19+.

You will be assessed continually throughout the course using a combination of written tests, project and assignment work, and demonstration of your competence in a range of practical skills. There will be a written exam at the end of the course.

To progress to Year 2 of this course, you will be required to obtain a Pass grade or above during your first year.

Derby College Group offers a range of one-day, weekend and evening courses relating to Agriculture, as well as a wide range of other land-based topics. Please see the Derby College Group Part-time Prospectus or the Derby College Group website for a full list and details.

For more information, contact Derby College Group on 0800 0280289 or enquiries@derby-college.ac.uk