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Free BTEC Level 3 Countryside Management Course in Beverley – Bishop Burton College

CostFREE
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Free BTEC Level 3 Countryside Management Course in Beverley. Classes run at Bishop Burton College, full-time during the day.

The course covers woodland management, wildlife ecology, and conservation. You'll also study tree identification and countryside estate skills. Work experience is a major part of the programme. You'll need to complete over 300 hours of off-site work experience in a related area. The course typically takes one year.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Diploma in Countryside Management.

Who this course is for

Please see our website for more details on this and other courses.

What you will learn

  • You'll study woodland management and how to care for trees.
  • You'll learn about wildlife ecology and conservation management.
  • You'll develop countryside estate skills and practical outdoor techniques.
  • You'll practise identifying, planting, and caring for trees.
  • You'll understand professional working responsibilities in the countryside sector.
  • You'll complete substantial work experience in a countryside or environmental setting.

How you will learn

The course uses three forms of assessment: external assessments, internal assessments, and a synoptic assessment. External assessments are set and marked by Pearson Edexcel. Internal assessments are completed at the college. The synoptic assessment draws together your learning from across the course. Work experience in a related setting forms a large part of your study programme.

What you will need to bring

You'll need warm clothing and hard-wearing trousers for outdoor practicals. Waterproof trousers and a waterproof coat are also required. Bring steel toe-capped boots, wellington boots, and walking boots. Work gloves and a white laboratory coat for lab sessions are needed too. Bring stationery including pens, pencils, notepads, and a folder to organise your work.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Countryside ranger, managing land and wildlife for public or private organisations.
  • Forestry worker, carrying out tree planting, felling, and woodland maintenance.
  • Conservation officer, protecting natural habitats and advising on land management.
  • Estate worker, supporting the management of rural estates and their environments.
  • Environmental technician, collecting data and supporting conservation projects.

What you could study next

  • Level 4 Higher National Certificate in Agriculture or Land Management, a natural next step for those wanting to specialise further.
  • Degree in Environmental Management or Conservation Biology, for those aiming toward senior roles in conservation or land management.
  • Apprenticeship in Countryside Management, combining work and study at a higher level.
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