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Agriculture Level 3 Full-time

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Course Overview

Agriculture Level 3 Full-time

At Level 3, you build on Level 2 with hands-on projects, including sheep showing at the Penistone Show and visiting dairy, beef, and pig farms.

Gain practical experience with farm vehicles, like tractor driving at our Wigfield Farm campus.

Mandatory topics for this one-year course:

  • Health, safety, security, and communication in the workplace

  • Monitor and maintain crop and livestock growth

  • Plan and use tractors and attachments

Optional topics:

  • Milking livestock

  • Brooding young birds

  • Equipment maintenance

  • Animal breeding

Located at: Wigfield Farm campus

Course Start: September 2025

Course length: 1 Years

Study Mode: Full-time

Course Code: PAGRDIA3

Course Fees and Funding

How much does the course cost?

Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.

Other funding information

You may be eligible for assistance with expenses such as travel, books, equipment and childcare. For further information please contact Student Services by calling 01226 216 267.

Course Content

  • Completed and hold a Level 2 Agriculture qualification.

  • Hold five GCSE at grade 4 or above in English, Maths and Science.

The course is assessed by coursework and practical assessments with a final year assessment covering all areas of the courses. Most assessments will be a mixture of written coursework with elements of practical assessment.

You will need waterproof coat and trousers, overalls, and steel toe capped boots or wellies. You will also need to bring either a notepad and pen or a laptop. All other PPE you may need will be provided.

Diploma

After completing, you could progress onto a university-level course, apply for an apprenticeship or secure employment in the farming and agriculture industry.

Other Resources

For further details, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk

Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.

If you are aged 16 - 19 and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which maybe added to your study programme, subject to approval from your chosen department.

If you're aged 19 or above and don't hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.

If you need any further information, please contact our Information Unit by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing: info@barnsley.ac.uk

Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.

Barnsley College has a range of sports opportunities for all students to take part in, gain professional training and compete nationally and internationally. We also have a state-of-the-art fitness village, the Sports Village, where students can make use of our fitness suite, spinning studio and classes for competitive rates.

Barnsley Sports Academy offers state-of-the-art facilities and diverse sports programs, enabling students to achieve academic and athletic excellence. Remember, you don't have to be studying Sport to join Barnsley Sports Academy.

Disclaimer: Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

The course information on this page was last updated 06 May 2025.