Gain the technical know-how and practical skills you need to work in the agricultural industry – and play your part in feeding a growing global population. Study on our 150-hectare rural campus at Writtle College.
The world is facing a food crisis. We need to produce at least 50% more food to feed a rapidly growing population of 9 billion people by 2050. The agricultural industry needs people who can meet that challenge with fresh thinking and new approaches.
By studying agriculture at Writtle College, you could play an important role in developing the future of British and international farming.
We’re one of the leading land-based institutions in the UK, based on an open campus with approximately 130 hectares of arable land, livestock, and a working farm. You’ll have use of all these facilities as a student.
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As an agricultural student at Writtle College you'll:
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City & Guilds is the global leader in skills development and apprenticeship schemes with 2 million learners working on diverse qualifications every year.
Level 3 qualifications can provide a route into the agricultural profession, support career development if you’re already working in agriculture, or be a foundation for further learning or training.
After completing this course, you could further your education by studying an undergraduate degree, such as our BSc (Hons) Agriculture.
Or you might move into employment in roles including:
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We're here Monday-Thursday 9am-5pm (please note we close at 3.30pm on the first and third Thursday of the month for staff training), and Friday 9am-4.30pm.
Close to major cities, Writtle College is located on a picturesque 150-hectare campus in the heart of the Essex countryside.
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