Adventure Education & Sport
Explore outdoor environments and develop practical skills in a range of exciting adventure activities across the South Downs and beyond.
Agriculture
Gain hands-on experience in crop production, land management, and sustainable farming practices at our dedicated working farm.
Animal Studies
Work with a wide variety of animals, from domestic pets to livestock and exotic species, in our specialist Animal Education Centre.
Metalcrafts
Develop traditional forge skills alongside modern metalwork techniques in our fully equipped smithy and fabrication workshop.
Environment & Conservation
Set amongst the South Downs, we have fantastic fauna, flora and wildlife for you to discover, you’ll get to experience first-hand areas of farmed land, hedgerows and ancient woodland.
Equine Studies
Horse Management is a popular part of the UK economy where you could be a Livery Yard Manager, Groom or Behaviourist. We will give you the skills you need to succeed.
Fisheries & Aquatic Science
Our fisheries and aquatic science courses include aquatic sciences freshwater and marine, fishery management and angling participation, aquaculture and aquatics units.
Florsitry
Whether it’s wedding or funeral flowers, birthdays or other special occasions, florists are responsible for beautiful creations from different flowers and natural foliage. Find out about where our courses could lead you.
Food Skills (Butchery & Bakery)
Explore our range of trail blazing and much acclaimed butchery and food skills courses.
Foundation Learning
Through our courses, you’ll get to learn about what work is really like and how to develop your independence, preparing you for the career that will make the most of your skills.
Forestry & Arboriculture
This dynamic industry plants, manages, harvests and cares for trees, woodlands and forests across the country. From Arborist to Woodland Manager there are a range of careers to choose from.
Horticulture
Did you know that horticulture is the only profession that mixes the UK’s climate with art, practical craft skills, nature and science? Find out more about this industry that employs over 300,000 people in the UK.
Land Based Service Engineering
Learn to maintain and operate modern agricultural machinery, from tractors to precision GPS-guided farming equipment.
Motor Vehicle Engineering
From diagnosing faults and repairing engines to working with electric and hybrid vehicles, motor vehicle offers a technically skilled career with real opportunities to learn, specialise and progress.
Veterinary Studies
Veterinary nursing is the supportive care of animals receiving treatment within a veterinary practice. Earn whilst you learn with our Veterinary Nursing apprenticeship.
Private transport network
We offer a bus network, just for Plumpton College students – covering Kent, Surrey, East and West Sussex. Track your route, pay on the app – it’s never been easier to get to Plumpton College.
What is a T Level?
Technical Qualifications – T Levels, are technical qualifications for 16–19-year-olds, designed as an alternative to A levels, apprenticeships and other post-16 courses. They combine technical study with industry experience giving you the skills and knowledge you need for a career or further study.