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September 2027

The College offers the opportunity to study at level 3 (A level equivalent) for students who wish to develop a comprehensive understanding of animal management and biology - encompassing practical techniques, academic knowledge and technical skills. It is a popular option for both school leavers…

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September 2027

The College offers opportunity to study at level 3 (A level equivalent) for students who wish to develop a comprehensive understanding of animal management and biology - encompassing practical techniques, academic knowledge and technical skills. It is a popular option for both school leavers and…

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September 2027

Myerscough College offers you the opportunity to study a T-Level in Animal Management and Science, to develop a comprehensive understanding of the technical skills and techniques for animal husbandry. You will become familiar with handling animals from a range of species, which can be valuable for…

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September 2027

Myerscough College offers you the opportunity to study a T-Level in Animal Management and Behaviour, to develop a comprehensive understanding of the technical skills and techniques for animal husbandry. You will become familiar with handling animals from a range of species, which can be valuable…

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Like most areas of the world Cumbria and the Yorkshire Dales has seen, and continues to see, habitat and species decline. There is a continuous quest for a balance between farming, industry, development, tourism and conservation and the regeneration of our natural environment. Wild Garsdale Pike…

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Volunteering

Free Conservation Volunteering Opportunity for 11-18 year olds on the Solway Coast. Take part in hands-on conservation activities, meet the volunteer team and learn about joining our new monthly programme launching in January 2027. Sessions will be a mix of indoor and outdoor activities so bring…

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Since 2019 the Lowther Estate has been embarking on an ambitious new course to restore natural processes, lost habitats and recover species across the estate. We’ve built up a herd of hardy English longhorn cattle, planted thousands of new trees, restored rivers, streams & flower rich meadows, and…

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Ernest Cook Trust are looking for an experienced Farm Manager to lead the safe, sustainable and effective management of Low Beckside Farm, their working upland farm in Mungrisdale, Cumbria. This is a distinctive and varied role combining professional farm management with learning, nature recovery,…

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