Course overview
The Extended Diploma is a two-year Full-time study programme in agriculture. You will study 15 units, three of which are externally assessed. This study programme includes a broad range of units to enable you to develop the knowledge and technical skills required to work this area. This study programme focuses on the agricultural land management, livestock production and crop production. Areas of study include plant and soil science, farm livestock husbandry, crop production, machinery operations and estate skills. The programme enables you to gain the knowledge and skills needed for a range of agricultural work including arable and livestock production, machinery operations, business management and agricultural science.The Programme focuses on agriculture with a strong focus on crop and livestock management throughout the programme, and in addition you will develop practical skills involved in animal handling and crop protection.Mandatory units include
Professional Working ResponsibilitiesPlant and Soil ScienceContemporary Issues in the Land-based SectorsWork Experience in the Land-based SectorsLand-based Machinery OperationsManaging Environmental Activities in AgricultureEstate SkillsManaging Activities for Agricultural EnterprisesAgricultural Business ImprovementsYou will also study a number of specialist units, which may includeCrop ProductionFarm Livestock HusbandryRoot Crop and Field Vegetable ProductionBeef ProductionSheep ProductionGrass and Forage Crop Production
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