Free Level 3 Land and Wildlife Management Course in Beds. Classes run at Shuttleworth College, full-time during the day. This free land and wildlife management course takes one year to complete. You'll study the skills and knowledge needed to manage land, habitats, and wildlife across a range of countryside and rural settings. The course covers practical and technical elements of land and wildlife management, preparing you for work or further study in the sector.
Who this course is for
Course Summary can be found on the course page of the website
Entry requirements
Entry requirements can be found on the course page of the website
What you will learn
You'll develop practical skills in habitat and wildlife management techniques.
You'll learn how to survey and monitor wildlife populations and natural environments.
You'll study land management practices, including conservation and countryside stewardship.
You'll gain knowledge of health and safety requirements in land-based work.
You'll explore the principles of sustainable land use and environmental management.
You'll build technical skills relevant to rural and countryside operations.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom sessions and practical, hands-on work at Shuttleworth College. Assessment is likely to include written assignments, practical assessments, and project work. The full-time daytime timetable gives you structured contact time with tutors across the week. Check the college website for the specific assessment details for this course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Shuttleworth College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Wildlife conservation officer: monitoring and protecting habitats and species.
Countryside ranger: managing public land, footpaths, and natural reserves.
Gamekeeper: managing land and wildlife on rural estates.
Farm or estate worker: practical land management on agricultural holdings.
Environmental field technician: collecting data on land and wildlife for surveys.
Nature reserve warden: day-to-day management of conservation sites.
What you could study next
Level 4 or Higher National Certificate in Land and Environmental Management: a step up for those wanting a more technical or supervisory role in the sector.
Foundation Degree in Conservation or Environmental Management: combines academic study with practical skills, often available at land-based colleges.
Apprenticeship in Countryside or Wildlife Management: earn while you develop your skills in a workplace setting.
