- Duration
10 weeks
- Location
- Plumpton College
Course Overview
The sustainability sector is one of the fastest growing in the UK, with demand for people who have a knowledge and awareness of sustainability that can be utilised and passed on to others in the community.
Employers are seeking staff who are able to demonstrate the ability to implement environmentally friendly practice within the workplace.
This qualification is designed to give you knowledge and understanding of the basic principles of sustainability and environmental impacts, introducing key issues, raising awareness and encouraging you to consider your role in helping to make sustainable choices.
This is great if you are either looking to build more sustainable practices into your home or working life.
What will be covered?
- Understand the basic concept of sustainability
- Understand the importance of natural resources
- Know about the impact of different industries on the environment
- Understand how to reduce the impacts of agriculture and industry on the global environment
- Understand the benefits of sustainable communities
This course is part of the One Garden Brighton Night School. You'll be studying alongside others after hours, as our campus becomes a hive of activity for horticultural and environmental learning.
You'll have exclusive access to our gardens and campus after the gates close, a chance to grab a drink or browse the shop before your course starts. You'll study as the sun sets around you in a beautiful setting, with contemporary themed gardens to explore.
Entry Requirements
No entry requirements
Bursaries
Financial support could be available to you depending on your household income, eligibility criteria, and level of study. A bursary, which is money given directly by the Government, could help fund bus travel, accommodation, course equipment, college meals, or educational trips.
Course Fees
Students aged 16-18 on 31st August in the year of starting the course do not pay tuition fees.
Students aged 19-23 studying their Level 1, 2 or first Level 3 may be entitled to tuition fee waiver depending on criteria eligibility.
Students aged 24+ who are studying a second Level 3 course or aged 24+ who are studying their first Level 3 course will have to pay tuition fees, depending on the course.
Students on low income who can prove they earn less than £25,000 (from September 2024); are unemployed; or receive state benefits could be entitled to a tuition fee waiver.
All students pay a standard facility fee of £150 to use communal, non-educational facilities.
Material fees apply to Floristry, Blacksmithing and Metalwork, Agricultural Engineering, and Motor Vehicle students, which contribute to quality resources and equipment for their studies.
Equipment & PPE
Students on a 14-16, Level 1, 2, 3, or Foundation Learning course may be required to purchase equipment such as a uniform, PPE, or kit before starting their course. Material fees are applicable depending depending on the course studied.
Work Experience
Work experience enhances your studies and is an important part of your course. It ensures you leave college ready for the world of work. It is compulsory to undertake an element of work experience when studying a Level 1, 2, or 3 course.
