BTEC Level 3 Agriculture Course in Weymouth. Classes run at Weymouth College, full-time over two years. There are no course fees for eligible students aged 16 to 18 years old. If you're 19 or over, fees may apply, though government funding or a student loan may be available depending on your circumstances. This level 3 btec agriculture course covers livestock husbandry, crop production, plant and soil science, land-based machinery, estate skills, and agricultural business. You'll also complete a work placement of at least 150 hours as part of the programme.
Who this course is for
Further Education Students
Entry requirements
4 GCSEs at grade 4/C or above, which may/may not include both English and maths OR a relevant Level 2 qualification at Merit level with a good behaviour/attitude report OR an Intermediate Apprenticeship in Agriculture with good levels of English and maths.Mature students lacking formal qualifications will also be considered.Some farming experience before commencing the course is essential.A work placement of at least 150 hours will need to be completed across the qualification
What you will learn
You'll develop safe working practices in farming environments.
You'll study plant and soil science, including crop production techniques.
You'll learn livestock husbandry, covering sheep, dairy, and related production.
You'll operate agricultural machinery and land-based equipment.
You'll practise estate skills and environmental land management.
You'll build knowledge of managing agricultural enterprises and business operations.
You'll gain hands-on experience through a work placement of at least 150 hours.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions, practical workshops, and on-farm work experience at Weymouth College. Assessment is through assignments, practical tasks, and portfolio evidence across the units you study. English and maths are embedded in the programme, so you can work toward or complete those qualifications alongside your agriculture studies.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Weymouth College will confirm anything else you need before you start. Some farming experience before you begin is essential, as stated in the entry requirements.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Farm worker, applying practical livestock and crop skills on working farms.
Agricultural machinery operator, running tractors and land-based equipment.
Crop technician, supporting arable production and soil management.
Livestock assistant, working with sheep, dairy, or beef herds.
Estate worker, managing land, fencing, and environmental activities.
Agricultural sales or technical adviser, supporting farmers with products and advice.
What you could study next
Higher National Certificate (HNC) or Higher National Diploma (HND) in Agriculture: a natural next step if you want to deepen your technical knowledge or move into management roles.
Degree in Agriculture or Land Management: opens routes into farm management, agronomy, or rural surveying.
Higher or Degree Apprenticeship in Agriculture: combines further study with paid employment on a farm or rural estate.
