Level 3 Diplomas in Agriculture

What will I study?

• Animal husbandry, health and welfare
• Crop husbandry
• Agricultural science
• Environmental issues and DEFRA legislation
• Business planning
• Machines operation and maintenance
• Spreaders and sprayers
• Overseas study tours
• Practical skill instruction
• Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications
• You will have the opportunity to work towards additional NPTC qualifications

How long will it take?

• 1 year, full-time

What qualifications do I need to start?

• At least 4 GCSEs at grade 4 or above
• Level 2 Diploma in Agriculture at Merit or above

What qualifications will I gain?

• Level 3 Advanced Technical Certificate in Agriculture
• Functional Skills or GCSE in English and Maths depending on previous qualifications
• You will have the opportunity to work towards additional NPTC qualifications

Course options after this programme

• Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Agriculture with Distinction

Career options

• Assistant farm manager
• Livestock welfare inspector
• Own farm business
• Herdsperson

You will have the chance to work towards additional NPTC qualifications, including:

• All terrain vehicle
• Tractor driving
• Veterinary medicine
• Transportation of livestock
• Farm health and safety

Accommodation

At Reaseheath we have on-site residential accommodation for up to 1,000 students. If you are aged over 16 and studying on a full-time course you may apply for a residential place. Click here to find out all about living at Reaseheath.

Transport

We offer a high-quality college bus service which collects over 1,400 students every day from across Cheshire and surrounding areas. This makes getting to Reaseheath easy, safe and affordable for all of our students.

For more information and to find a list of our bus routes, prices and to apply for your bus pass, please visit the transport page on our website.

Student life

Outside of lessons, you’ll have lots of opportunity to enjoy student life. We have a lively programme of social events, such as go-karting, cinema trips and our popular ‘Thursday Social’, as well as our annual Summer Ball. If you are looking to take up a sport, develop a skill or make new friends, you can use the college gym, get involved in the college’s charity fundraising events, complete your Duke of Edinburgh Award or sign-up to one of our many clubs and societies. From creative arts to conservation, photography to badminton and even jujitsu, there really is something for everyone! Click here to find out about everything you can get involved in.

Your study programme

Your study programme (made up of your core qualification, Maths and English, BeEmployable, BeReady passport, BeActive and BeInvolved) will give you the edge when it comes to progressing successfully into your career of choice.

Your study programme is designed to offer a challenging and exciting learning journey that not only gives you the knowledge needed to succeed in your chosen area of study but also wider technical, academic, personal and employability skills.

Throughout your time at Reaseheath, you will have a personal tutor who will provide 1:1 guidance and support. The goal of your tutor is to help maximise your level of achievement and to help ensure positive progression to further study or employment.

Industry placements

At Reaseheath our extended work placement programme aims to give you the chance to work with relevant employers whilst you study and gain the vital experience you need to help you realise your dream job or choose the right university course beyond further education. Find out more here.

Choosing the right course for you
We offer a number of routes within each level to suit individual needs. You can apply for the course level based on your GCSEs or equivalent qualifications. Find out more here or at one of our course open events and taster days.

How much will this course cost?
If you are under 19 on 31st August of the same year you intend to start your course, the tuition fees and exam costs are free for our courses. If you are aged 19 or over you may have to pay a fee.

You may also be required to pay costs associated with study tours or additional qualifications.

For more information on fees and to find out about what financial support may be available to you visit the student finance pages on our website.

How do I apply?
If you have found a course you are interested in and are in Year 11 or above you can apply online, applications open on 1st October in the academic year before you are due to start. For a step-by-step guide on the application process visit the how to apply pages on our website.

Frequently asked questions

To find out more about our courses in this area read our Agriculture FAQs.