16+ Courses
Further education courses for 16+ students
If you’re leaving school and deciding what’s next, we’ve got loads of choices for you across the land-based sector at our fantastic facilities.
Whether you’re interested in agriculture or animal care, horticulture, fisheries management or machinery or one of our other many exciting courses, you’ll be guaranteed lots of hands-on experience and the chance to develop an extensive range of skills.
You can also apply to study a T Level here at Plumpton College from September 2025. They are a fantastic career option for those wanting to gain extensive industry experience as well as a technical Level 3 qualification.
For any questions regarding enrolment, contact our Enquiries, Advice and Guidance team by telephone on 01273 890454 or email enquiries@plumpton.ac.uk
Choose a 16+ Course
- Animal Care and Management (Animal Management and Science) T Level
- Animal Management BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma
- Animal Management Level 2 BTEC First Award or Technical Diploma
- Blacksmithing & Metalwork BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma or Subsidiary Diploma
- Blacksmithing & Metalwork Level 2 Blacksmithing
- Environmental Studies & Conservation City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate
- Environmental Studies & Conservation City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma
- Equine Management BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma
- Fisheries & Aquatic Science City & Guilds Level 2 Technical Certificate
- Fisheries & Aquatic Science City & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma
19+ and looking to study a Level 1, 2 or 3 course?
Our further education courses are an excellent start for those 19+ learners looking to expand their knowledge, boost their career prospects, or change careers. If you are unemployed and in receipt of state benefits or working and your income is under £25,000 you could be entitled to financial support towards course fees.
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Set within the South Downs, our 2500-acre campus is the perfect place to study. Why not see for yourself? Visit our teams and find out about our courses at one of our open events, running throughout the year.
There's still time to apply to study a course with us this September 2025. Don't delay your application!

Applications now open for September 2025 Entry
Got questions about our courses? Contact the Enquiries, Advice and Guidance team today - we're here to help.
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Departments Offering 16+ Courses
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Adventure Education
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Agriculture
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Agricultural Engineering
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Animal Management
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Blacksmithing & Metalwork
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Environmental Studies & Conservation
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Equine Management
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Fisheries & Aquatic Science
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Floristry
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Foundation Learning
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Forestry & Arboriculture
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Horticulture
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Inclusive Learning and Development
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Motor Vehicle