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Agriculture Certificate

at Cornwall College, St. Austell · college

Ofsted rated their overall effectivenessOutstanding2025see the detail

Level 2Vocational and tradeCertificate1 yearFull time£1,709

What the college says

This course is ideal if you want to build confidence and practical capability in mixed agriculture while learning the science behind farming decisions. You’ll study crops livestock and machinery and apply learning through real seasonal tasks such as fencing calving and shearing. The programme introduces business management and farm profitability so you understand how farms stay sustainable. It suits learners aiming to progress to a more technical course or enter the sector through employment or an apprenticeship.

What you need to get on

Entry requirements for external applicants and school leavers • Three or more GCSEs at Grade 3 or 4 including English and/or Maths at Grade 4, or successful completion of a relevant Level 1 qualification and English and/or Maths at Grade 4 or equivalent. Entry requirements for existing learners with the Cornwall College Group • Successful completion of previous course and maths and/or English GCSE at grade 4 or above and the other at grade 3 or above. Electively Home Educated Applicants

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

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