Further Details | |
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Course Code | LP01605 |
Location | Llysfasi |
Duration | Full Time, HNC course will be delivered over 3 days (2 days active learning and 1 day self-study) for 1 year full-time and 1.5 days (1 day active learning and 0.5 days self-study) for 2 years part-time. The course will be delivered on a face-to-face basis at our Llysfasi campus and through blended learning. 1 year Full Time 2 years Part Time |
Department | Agriculture & Precision Agriculture |
Start Date | 01 Aug 2025 |
End Date | 31 Jul 2026 |
Course Overview
In choosing Cambria’s HNC in Agriculture you will study a range of topics, giving you a broad base of knowledge relating to diverse and key aspects of the sector. This programme is designed to link to potential career opportunities within the sector and help facilitate your progression into employment or further study, for example the level 5 HND course (LP01575).
The course content will be delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, practicals, interactive tutorials, visiting speakers and workshops. Delivery will be through blended learning, combining online teaching with face to face sessions.
Key features to studying agriculture at Coleg Cambria:
● Excellent facilities.
● Access to the 1000 acre commercial farm for learning practical skills.
● Learners benefit from having dairy, suckler and sheep enterprises on-site.
● Personal tutor and one to one support.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Graduates who successfully complete this course will obtain a varied skill set well suited for the broad range of opportunities within the agriculture industry. In a highly competitive sector, Cambria’s students will be equipped to enter the work sector with a range of transferable and practical industry based skills for a career in farm management, agronomy, and agri engineering to name but a few.
Modules Year 1
Unit 1 - Business and Business Environment
Unit 2 - Management Accounting
Unit 3 - Managing a Successful Project
Unit 4 - Principles of Livestock Production
Unit 5 - Animal Health and Welfare
Unit 7 - Principles of Crop Production
Unit 9 - Land-based Machinery and Technology
Unit 10 - Rural Business Administration and Accounting
Modules Year 2
Some modules from year 1 above if studying the HNC course on a part-time basis.
In addition to the above theory units students also have dedicated tutorial time, study skills sessions and practical sessions to further support their studies.
The course content will be delivered through a combination of lectures, seminars, practicals, interactive tutorials, visiting speakers and workshops. Delivery will be through blended learning, combining online teaching with face to face sessions.
Key features to studying agriculture at Coleg Cambria:
● Excellent facilities.
● Access to the 1000 acre commercial farm for learning practical skills.
● Learners benefit from having dairy, suckler and sheep enterprises on-site.
● Personal tutor and one to one support.
WHAT WILL I STUDY?
Graduates who successfully complete this course will obtain a varied skill set well suited for the broad range of opportunities within the agriculture industry. In a highly competitive sector, Cambria’s students will be equipped to enter the work sector with a range of transferable and practical industry based skills for a career in farm management, agronomy, and agri engineering to name but a few.
Modules Year 1
Unit 1 - Business and Business Environment
Unit 2 - Management Accounting
Unit 3 - Managing a Successful Project
Unit 4 - Principles of Livestock Production
Unit 5 - Animal Health and Welfare
Unit 7 - Principles of Crop Production
Unit 9 - Land-based Machinery and Technology
Unit 10 - Rural Business Administration and Accounting
Modules Year 2
Some modules from year 1 above if studying the HNC course on a part-time basis.
In addition to the above theory units students also have dedicated tutorial time, study skills sessions and practical sessions to further support their studies.
The HNC is assessed using a combination of methods to include written assignments, portfolio building and journals. Assessments are a required criteria of each module.
Level 3 in Agriculture or a related land based subject or relevant industry experience.
For learners who have recently been in education, one of the following:
● Level 3 qualification (minimum 120 credits / 720 GLH) in Agriculture or a related subject with a Merit profile – minimum of 64 UCAS Tariff points
●A level grades of DDE – minimum of 64 UCAS Tariff points
●International equivalent of the above
For learners who have not recently been in education, applications will be considered on a case by case basis, but may include one of the following:
●Access to Higher Education Certificate awarded by an approved further education institution in a relevant area
●Related work experience
Applicants should typically have A* to C grade and/or 9 to 4 in GCSE English / Welsh and maths / numeracy.
For learners who have recently been in education, one of the following:
● Level 3 qualification (minimum 120 credits / 720 GLH) in Agriculture or a related subject with a Merit profile – minimum of 64 UCAS Tariff points
●A level grades of DDE – minimum of 64 UCAS Tariff points
●International equivalent of the above
For learners who have not recently been in education, applications will be considered on a case by case basis, but may include one of the following:
●Access to Higher Education Certificate awarded by an approved further education institution in a relevant area
●Related work experience
Applicants should typically have A* to C grade and/or 9 to 4 in GCSE English / Welsh and maths / numeracy.
Upon successful completion of the HNC course at Coleg Cambria learners can progress to study a level 5 HND at Coleg Cambria and could then progress to study a related Bachelor’s Degree with another HE provider. Alternatively the learner will be well equipped for the following careers:
Assistant farm manager
Farmer
Agricultural officer
Technical sales representative
Herd manager
Shepherd
Assistant farm manager
Farmer
Agricultural officer
Technical sales representative
Herd manager
Shepherd
Full Time – £5000 per year
Part Time – £2500 per year
Please use Coleg Cambria as the Institution on your Student Finance Application.
All learners should ensure they have relevant stationery for the course. As some of the
delivery will be completed on the college farm the following kit will need to be purchased by students before the start of the course:
Steel toe capped Wellington Boots
Waterproof over-trousers (Flexothane type recommended)
Waterproof Coat
Safety boots
Two pairs of overalls
The above items can be purchased at most agricultural suppliers. Navy blue overalls with Coleg Cambria logo can be pre-ordered and delivered to Llysfasi from Workplace Worksafe in Ruthin.
Part Time – £2500 per year
Please use Coleg Cambria as the Institution on your Student Finance Application.
All learners should ensure they have relevant stationery for the course. As some of the
delivery will be completed on the college farm the following kit will need to be purchased by students before the start of the course:
Steel toe capped Wellington Boots
Waterproof over-trousers (Flexothane type recommended)
Waterproof Coat
Safety boots
Two pairs of overalls
The above items can be purchased at most agricultural suppliers. Navy blue overalls with Coleg Cambria logo can be pre-ordered and delivered to Llysfasi from Workplace Worksafe in Ruthin.
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