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Agriculture
As an agriculture student you will develop practical skills, as well as an understanding of theoretical issues. You will learn on our commercial farm which extends over 920 acres (372 hectares), comprising of lowland, upland and hill and is made up of three main enterprises; a dairy herd of 160 high yielding Holstein Friesian cows plus followers, 2000 breeding ewes and about 200 beef cattle.
Career Paths
Stockperson/Herdsperson, Arable Farm Foreperson, Farm Management, Agricultural Administration
Where will I be taught?
Our Agriculture courses are taught at Coleg Llysfasi, Ruthin.
Courses
| Title | Level | Length | Details |
|---|---|---|---|
| Diploma in Agriculture | Level 2 | 1 yr |  |
| Extended Diploma in Agriculture | Level 3 | 2 yrs | |
Did you know?
Farmers are responsible for managing around 75% of the UK's surface area and for maintaining many features that are inherently perceived as "countryside".
More information?
Telephone Student Services on 01244 834511 or send us an online message.
Apply now!
Text
Text APPDC with your name and address to 88020 to receive an application form in the post.
(Texts are charged at your normal network rate).
Post
Download the application form, print it, complete it and then post it to the Admissions Co-ordinator at Deeside College.
Student View
Name: Gwyn Lloyd Davies
Age: 19
Previous School: Ysgol-Y-Berwyn, Bala
Course: Diploma in Agriculture
"The BTEC Diploma in Agriculture is a very interesting course which has taught me so many new things. It has a variety of good subjects and the lecturers are very helpful. There is also a good community within the College which has given me the opportunity to socialise and make new friends."
Tutor Spotlight
Rhian Jones
Rhian has a degree in Animal Science from the University of Leeds as well as a PGCE from Bangor University. Rhian has worked in the Agriculture industry for the Local Authority as an Animal Health Enforcement officer. Rhian is also a farmer's wife and at home farms beef cattle and sheep.
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