At Myerscough College keeping up to date with industry requirements is paramount. The Level 2 Land & Wildlife is a one year course designed to give you a broad understanding of the countryside industry, with a view to progressing to one of our Level 3 courses, or to start work within the industry. Within countryside conservation, you could be surveying and reporting on the condition of an outdoor area, encouraging people to enjoy the environments around them, carrying out habitat management work or monitoring a section of river prone to floods.
The management of land for the conservation of flora and fauna, general recreation, environmental education and urban regeneration requires a blend of skills. These include an understanding of ecological principles, a sound knowledge of management and the practical ability to carry out conservation techniques – from river catchment systems to rural and coastal habitats.Many job opportunities exist within the conservation, gamekeeping and commercial sectors, and as part of the programme you will have the opportunity to develop countryside craft skills such as hedge laying and drystone walling, useful for a range of future careers.
Starts July 2025
By the end of the session, attendees will be able to identify key plants species associated with species-rich grasslands in Cumbria with a focus on grasses, sedges and rushes and skills associated with identification of grasses etc. from flowers and vegetative characteristics.
Starts March 2025
Introduction into regulation and of approved techniques for Grey Squirrel Management
Starts September 2025
The Foundation Degree in Wildlife Conservation and Rehabilitation will give the student an overview of the rescue, rehabilitation, management, and conservation of wildlife species. This includes both the practical management of wildlife cases from triage to release, and the wider application of…
Starts September 2025
The Foundation Degree in Marine Biology and Rehabilitation will give you an overview of marine biology, ecology, and conservation as well as practical skills in ecology, aquatic animal health and husbandry, and the rescue and rehabilitation of marine life. You will investigate marine habitats and…
NFU/FARMER NETWORK HEALTH & SAFETY SOCIAL
MSc Conservation Management Online Event
Volunteer Day - Nature Rich Miterdale