Diploma Level 1 Land-based

Course Code

IDLB-Y1

Course Level

Level 1

Study Mode

Full time

Start Date

07-Sep-2026

Course Type

School Leavers

Campus

Moulton

Course Duration

1 year

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The Land-Based sector is one of exciting constant development and change, with exciting things to come in the environmental and conservation sectors.

If you are interested in the Land-Based curriculum and love working outside in the Countryside then our Level 1 Diploma in Land-Based studies is the course for you.

This diploma includes modules on agriculture, countryside, horticulture and horticulture & forestry. You will get an understanding of all of these areas of the land-based industry and get to work with livestock and wildlife across our incredible estate.

Our land-based students get access to an exciting range of specialist resources at the college including over 440 hectares of arable and grazing farmland, extensive woodland and areas of natural habitat, all maintained by our land-based team.

You will also become skilled in working on a variety of machinery and equipment through your hands-on, practical sessions.

Guided by our range of expert staff and guest lecturers you will get involved with all aspects of the estate and embed the knowledge you learn in the classroom through practical sessions.

As part of your course you will complete work experience which will support your studies, allowing you to apply your knowledge and expand your experience in other settings.

Guided by our expert lecturers you will learn about the basics of wildlife maintenance, conservation, woodlands and livestock husbandry.

Through a mix of practical and theory-based learning you will be taught the essential skills required to manage an estate, including plant and boundary maintenance.

Additionally you will learn about animal health and welfare.