Course overview
This course will provide you with an introduction to wildlife and environmental conservation, and the necessary knowledge of managing habitats, surveying plants and wildlife. This qualification is ideal if you want to be employed as a practical worker within the industry.
You will also complete around 150 hours of industry-based work experience.
You will learn
- How to organise countryside recreation and activities
- How to conduct guided walks
- How to build countryside structures
- How the countryside industry works
- The importance of habitats and ecology
BTEC Technical Diploma in Countryside Studies – Pearson Education Ltd (Formerly EDEXCEL) Reference: 60319069
At least three GCSEs at grade 3 and above (D and above) or equivalent. Successful completion of a Level 1 Diploma or completion of Introduction to Careers in the Environment (Level 1) or equivalent will be considered. Relevant prior learning or experience gained in an appropriate professional environment will be considered . A real interest in the chosen subject. Before you start your course, if you are aged between 16 and 18 years, you will be required to attend a fun and practical two-day preparation workshop where you will meet your tutors and other students on your course. Further details will be provided at the point of an offer being made.
Successful completion of this course with suitable grades, will enable you to progress to our Environmental Conservation and Countryside Management Advanced Diploma (Level 3), Level 3 Apprenticeship in Environmental Conservation or employment at an assistant level.
This is a full-time course. If you are aged 16, 17 or 18 at the start of this course, your tuition, exams and materials fees will be paid for you in full as long as you meet some basic criteria for UK residence. Find out more on our Fees and Funding page. If you are eligible, you can also apply for support with travel and other costs through our bursary process. Further information will be provided when you enrol.
If you are aged 19 or over on the day your course starts, you may be entitled to help with tuition fees for some courses. If you are in receipt of employment benefits, have a low income, or are studying towards your first substantial qualification, you may be entitled to free tuition. You will need to pay a materials fee if applicable to your course. Find further information about help with tuition fees on our Fees and Funding page.
