Code: AG2FTP001B0
Brooksby College has a rich heritage as a leading provider of agricultural courses in the East Midlands. For generations, students have gained excellent experience on our 850 acre Brooksby estate, getting hands-on training in every aspect of farming.
The vocational delivery of our courses enables you to get the very best out of your time with us. You will leave us 'work ready', having developed a great-skill set in arable agriculture and livestock, by learning the theory in practice, with real crops and real animals.
Brooksby College is home to a working mixed arable and livestock farm, with students getting involved with every apect of the animal and crop husbandry process. We have our very own flock of sheep and herd of cows, with busy lambing and calving seasons to get involved with every year. We're also proud to run an innovative agroforestry project, through which students learn about sustainability and regenerative agriculture - preparing you to be at the forefront of the industry.
Modules include:
Estate Skills
Machinery
Livestock
Work Experience
Conservation
Improvement of British Habitats
There is also an opportunity to develop your understanding of plant and soil science, and to learn business management within the land-based industries.
Our Agriculture students also have the opportunity to enter regional and national competitions, as well as attending high profile events such as the Uppingham and Melton Fat Stock Shows and more.
4 GCSEs at grade 3 or above including English OR Level 1 in a relevant Land-based subject and Entry 3 Functional Skills in English.
Upon successful completion of this Level 2 course, students may progress onto a Level 3 land-based course. Alternatively, students may wish to progress onto an apprenticeship or into employment within the industry. Previously, our Agriculture students have gone on to work as shepherds, herdsmen, tractor operators, agricultural representatives, estates managers and teachers.
94%
of learners said the College campus provides a safe environment
90%
of learners said staff valued students views and opinions about their study programme
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