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Level 2 Countryside Studies Course in Enfield

Cost£2,972.00
Duration1 year
LevelLevel 2
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modePart-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body
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About this course

Level 2 Countryside Studies Course in Enfield. Classes run at Capel Manor College - Enfield Centre, part-time during the day, over one year. You'll build knowledge of wildlife and environmental conservation, habitat management, and plant and wildlife surveying. Entry requires at least four GCSEs at grade 3 or above, including maths and English, along with GCSE science or a relevant Level 1 qualification. Prior learning and relevant experience are also considered. The countryside studies classes cover the practical knowledge needed to work in conservation and land management.

Who this course is for

This course will provide you with an introduction to wildlife and environmental conservation, and the necessary knowledge of managing habitats, surveying plants and wildlife. This qualification is ideal if you want to be employed as a practical worker within the industry.

Entry requirements

You will need at least four GCSEs at grade 3 and above (D and above) including maths and English. You will have studied GCSE science and/or have successfully completed a Level 1 Diploma or Introduction to Careers in the Environment (Level 1). We will also consider your prior learning and any experience gained in an appropriate professional environment.

Before you start your course, if you are aged between 16 and 18 years, you will be invited to attend a fun and practical one-day preparation w

What you will learn

  • You'll develop knowledge of wildlife identification and environmental conservation principles.
  • You'll learn how to survey plants and wildlife in different habitats.
  • You'll study techniques for managing and maintaining natural habitats.
  • You'll understand the role of practical conservation workers in the countryside industry.
  • You'll explore the relationship between land use, biodiversity, and environmental sustainability.

How you will learn

You'll learn through classroom-based sessions combined with practical, hands-on activities. The BTEC Technical Diploma is assessed through assignments and practical tasks rather than written exams. You'll build a portfolio of evidence over the course of the year, demonstrating your knowledge and skills across the units covered.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Capel Manor College - Enfield Centre will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Conservation worker: practical habitat management and wildlife monitoring on site.
  • Countryside ranger: maintaining public green spaces and nature reserves.
  • Groundsperson: land maintenance in parks, estates, or rural settings.
  • Wildlife surveyor assistant: supporting plant and animal surveys in the field.
  • Environmental technician: assisting with environmental monitoring and reporting.
  • Landscape operative: practical outdoor work in conservation or horticulture.

What you could study next

  • Level 3 BTEC Extended Diploma in Countryside Management: a natural next step for those wanting to move into supervisory or specialist roles in conservation.
  • Level 3 NVQ in Environmental Conservation: work-based qualification recognised by employers in the sector.
  • Level 3 Diploma in Horticulture: broadens your options into land-based and green space management roles.
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