Free Level 3 Land and Wildlife Management Course in York. Classes run at Askham Bryan College, full-time during the day over two years. You'll study woodland habitat management, countryside recreation, farm and urban habitat conservation, and sustainable land management. Practical work runs alongside classroom learning, covering machinery operations, population surveys, and ecology. Entry requires four GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including two from English, Maths, or Science, or a suitable Level 2 vocational qualification at Merit or above.
Who this course is for
For those looking for level 3 practical courses in Environmental Conservation
What you will learn
You'll study principles of health and safety in land-based settings.
You'll develop skills in woodland habitat management.
You'll learn urban and farm habitat conservation techniques.
You'll carry out population surveys and ecology work.
You'll operate land-based industry machinery safely.
You'll undertake countryside recreation and estate skills.
You'll complete work-related experience in the land-based industries.
You'll plan and carry out a specialist project in the land-based sector.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom-based and practical, delivered full-time during the day at Askham Bryan College. You'll develop technical skills through hands-on practical sessions alongside taught knowledge units. Assessment covers areas including health and safety, habitat management, machinery operations, and a specialist project. Work experience in the land-based industries is also part of the course.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Askham Bryan College will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Conservation officer, managing habitats and natural resources for public or private bodies.
Countryside ranger, maintaining access land and wildlife sites.
Woodland manager, overseeing sustainable forestry and habitat work.
Estate worker, carrying out practical land management on rural estates.
Ecology survey technician, supporting field surveys and data collection.
Wildlife warden, protecting and monitoring species on nature reserves.
What you could study next
Level 4 Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Land and Environment, for deeper technical and management knowledge.
Foundation Degree in Conservation or Environmental Management, combining academic study with practical application.
Apprenticeship in Land-based Service (Advanced), to develop skills while working in the sector.
Degree in Ecology, Environmental Science, or Wildlife Conservation at university, building on your Level 3 land and wildlife management qualification.
