At Plumpton College, we have a great deal of courses to choose from should you wish to have a career in the animal management industry. So if you’re looking for a college course to start your career in game management, this could be the course for you.
You’ll enjoy a mixture of interesting theory lessons and lots of fantastic practical sessions within this course and learn all about the wide range of rural industries and habitats that exist.
This course also gives you a sound background in countryside management, estate skills and game keeping.
This programme is designed for those who are interested in pursuing a successful career working in the countryside. It has a mixture of theory and practical sessions where you will learn about the wide range of rural industries and habitats, as well as develop practical skills in a range of subjects including forestry, countryside management, gamekeeping and estate skills.
Study programmes include a minimum of compulsory work experience hours achieved through one day a week or block placements. The amount of hours required is dependent on the study programme.
We offer impartial careers guidance to all of our students, email careers@plumpton.ac.uk to explore your next step or to book an appointment – we’re here to help.
All students aged 16-18 on our Level 2 & Level 3 programmes will now have to take part in an exciting and compulsory 50-day industry placement programme alongside completion of their vocational course. The programme will give you the chance to gain valuable skills in a real working environment whilst being paired with your ideal employer.
Our mission is to pair students with their ideal employer and to support them continuously during the placement.
There is flexibility on how students complete the placement; it can be during non-college weekdays, weekends, in blocks or over the holiday period. You will receive all of the necessary information during your interview, and if you have any queries in the meantime please contact workexperience@plumpton.ac.uk
Entry Requirements: |
Either:
Mature students without the above requirements will be considered |
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Dates & Location: |
September 2021 |
Duration: |
1 year, full time 3 days per week |
Costs: |
If you will be over 19 on the start date of your course you maybe required to pay tuition fees. Please contact enquiries@plumpton.ac.uk to confirm. |
After completing your course, you can choose to go on to study a Level 3 in Game Management or Fisheries Management at Plumpton.
Alternatively you’ll have the skills to find employment in game and countryside-related industries including as an Estate Worker, Park Ranger or Under Keeper.
You can look forward to a varied programme of modules that also includes a work placement. You’ll also continue your English and Maths up to GCSE level. Modules include:
Apply for this course online now to begin you journey towards a qualification in Game & Wildlife Management.
Not quite ready to apply yet? We are happy to discuss courses and help you find the perfect fit.