

The College offers opportunity to study at level 3 (A level equivalent) for students who wish to develop a comprehensive understanding of Land and Wildlife Management encompassing practical techniques, academic knowledge and technical skills. It is a popular option for both school leavers and successful Level 2 Diploma students. The course incorporates a mix of practicals, classroom lectures, industry visits and case study exercises. The course is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills to enable them to proceed to higher education or employment as habitat managers, estate workers and local authority conservation officer wardens and ecologists.
Students will gain work experience on the College Farm and will also be required to undertake an external work experience placement. This is a core element of the course and ensures that all learners are able to put their skills into practice within the workplace. Employers will complete an evaluation of each learner in the work placement to contribute to the assessment of that unit. Support is available to find a suitable placement and placements are checked prior to work experience commencing.

Starts January 2026
This course will cover the key aspects of collaborative management of land where multiple outcomes are sought including nature recovery, livestock production, landscape, archaeology, access and natural flood management. It is an applied and practical course focusing on recent examples of…
Friday 29th May 2026 at Gosling Sike
A rare opportunity to test your botanical skills against a recognised professional standard developed by the Botanical Society of Britain and Ireland. It will help you understand your skill level and how you can further develop your identification skills! Booking essential.
Saturday 23rd May 2026, 9:15am-1pm at Gosling Sike
An introductory session for anyone interested in finding out more about moth identification and moth trapping. Booking essential.
Friday 22nd May 2026, 10am-1pm
An introductory session for anyone interested in finding out more about bees. Booking essential.

Furness College Open Day 20 November

Cumbrian Agriculture, Arboriculture and Forestry Apprenticeship INFORMATION EVENINGS

Carlisle College Open Days 15 January and 26 March 2026