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

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, planting, and countryside estate skills. Work experience is a big part of the programme. You'll complete over 300 hours of off-site practical work in a related setting. The course typically takes one year.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Foundation 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 identify, plant, and care for different tree species.
  • You'll understand professional responsibilities in the countryside sector.
  • You'll complete over 300 hours of off-site work experience.

How you will learn

Assessment uses three methods: external assessments, internal assignments, and a synoptic assessment. You'll also take part in outdoor practical sessions, which require appropriate clothing and equipment. If you haven't yet achieved GCSE English or Maths at grade 4, you'll study these alongside the course.

What you will need to bring

Bishop Burton College asks you to bring specific items for outdoor and lab-based sessions. You'll need warm clothing, hard-wearing trousers, waterproof trousers and a coat, steel toe-capped boots, wellington boots, and walking boots. Work gloves and a white laboratory coat are also required. Bring stationery including pens, pencils, notepads, and a folder to organise your work.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Countryside Ranger, manages and protects natural landscapes and wildlife habitats.
  • Forestry Worker, carries out tree planting, felling, and woodland maintenance.
  • Conservation Officer, works to protect local wildlife and natural environments.
  • Estate Worker, supports the management of rural land and countryside estates.
  • Environmental Technician, assists with surveys and environmental monitoring projects.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 Extended Diploma in Countryside Management, a longer qualification covering more depth for those wanting to specialise further.
  • Higher National Certificate in Land and Environment, a higher-level route for those considering a career in environmental or land management.
  • Countryside Ranger apprenticeship, combines work and study for those ready to train on the job.
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