Level 3 Farm Mechanisation

Course Overview

One of the UK's largest sectors, agriculture is moving forward and modernising at a rapid rate. Based on our specialist Lackham campus, this course enables you to study at the cutting-edge of the farming industry, making full use of industry-standard facilities and machinery, and learning the latest agri-technology techniques. Our working farms and 800-acre estate make the perfect classroom for practical learning, providing you with industry experience as a routine part of your course, and enabling you to undertake essential farm duties and practice on the latest vehicles and equipment. Equivalent to A-Levels, the course will give you the specialist technical and practical skills you need to go straight into employment or progress on to further study, supported by detailed knowledge of the wider agricultural industry.

What will I learn?

You'll gain a thorough understanding of fundamental agricultural processes such as livestock and crop production, machinery operations and estate skills. The course is also designed to prepare you to run a successful agricultural enterprise and will equip you with crucial business and management skills.

A key part of the learning experience is to undertake challenging and engaging investigative projects, which could include ploughing ahead of the farm's maize crop, or grass and maize forage harvesting operations. You will also undertake routine farm duties, enhancing your employability, industry understanding, teamwork and confidence, and preparing you to meet the challenges of working in the ever-developing farming sector.

During the course there are opportunities to obtain additional certifications which you will be able to gain at preferential prices. These include certificates of competence such as PA units, telehandler, welding and chainsaw operation.

Entry Requirements

> 4 GCSEs at grade 9-4 (A*-C) including English, maths and science (or equivalent).
> A positive and responsible attitude towards working within the agricultural industry.
> An interview, if required.

1. Use your full name not a shortened version, i.e. 'Thomas' rather than 'Tom'
2. If possible, do not use your school email. We will send you important emails in July and August about your course and how to enrol, and you may not be able to access them from your school email
3. Provide your predicted grades – this enables the Admissions Team to assess your application to make sure you have applied for the correct level of course
4. If you are under 18 provide us with a parent/guardian contact with telephone number and email
5. Only apply for one course – if you wish to apply for a second one, please email [email protected] and we will add the course to your existing application
6. If you have previously applied or studied at the College and are applying with a different name or address to the one we have our records from that time, please email [email protected] with the details so we can match up your old record to you current application