Free Level 2 Agriculture Course in Pulborough. Classes run at Brinsbury College, full-time during the day. You'll need at least one GCSE in Maths or English at grade C or 4 to apply. Functional Skills Level 2 may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Over one year, you'll develop practical skills in livestock care, farm machinery, and estate work, all on a working college farm. This free agriculture course covers the knowledge and hands-on experience that farm and land-based roles require.
Who this course is for
This course is ideal for you if you are new to agriculture or have some basic knowledge. Studying at Brinsbury offers you the opportunity to learn in a stunning environment as you develop your skills and knowledge of livestock machinery and estate work all using our college farm.
Entry requirements
p You will need to have 1 GCSE in either Maths or English at grade C/4. /p p Functional skills level 2 maths and English will be done on a case by case basis. /p p In addition to your qualification you will also need to be well motivated and committed to engaging with the roles on our working farm. /p
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in livestock care and animal husbandry.
You'll learn to operate and maintain farm machinery safely.
You'll carry out estate and land management tasks on a working farm.
You'll build knowledge of agricultural practices and farm systems.
You'll understand health and safety requirements in a farm environment.
How you will learn
You'll learn through hands-on practical sessions on the college farm, alongside classroom-based study. Assessment combines practical observation of your farm skills with written assignments and knowledge tests. You'll be assessed on your ability to carry out livestock, machinery, and estate tasks to the standard set by City and Guilds.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Brinsbury College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Farm worker. Livestock, arable, or mixed farm roles.
Livestock technician. Caring for animals on commercial farms.
Farm machinery operator. Operating and maintaining agricultural equipment.
Estate worker. Grounds and land management on rural estates.
Agricultural contractor. Seasonal and contract farm work.
Countryside ranger. Land and habitat management in rural settings.
What you could study next
Level 3 Extended Diploma in Agriculture. A deeper qualification for those wanting to move into supervisory or specialist farm roles, or progress to higher education in agriculture or land management.
Level 3 NVQ in Agriculture. Work-based assessment that demonstrates competence for skilled farm worker roles.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Agriculture. A higher education route for those aiming toward farm management or agri-business careers.
