BTEC Level 3 in Agriculture

The Level 3 in Agriculture is intended for those with a passion for working with crops, livestock and machinery. It is designed for those wanting primarily to work on farms, but also within other related land-based industries where an in-depth knowledge of various types of agricultural enterprises and machinery is required.

A range of pathways are available, dependent on your qualifications.

• One-year Extended Certificate
• One-year Foundation Diploma
• Two-year Diploma
• Two-year Extended Diploma.

• Plant and soil science
• Agriculture business and income generation project
• Estate skills
• Farm livestock husbandry
• Crop production
• Pig, dairy, sheep and beef production
• Machinery operation
• Professional working responsibilities
• English and Maths, as required.

Four GCSEs at grade 4 or C or equivalent, preferably including English and Maths, or a relevant BTEC Level 2 / First Diploma, plus one satisfactory reference.

Students can progress to study Agriculture at degree-level at Riseholme College.