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Countryside Management
- Study level:
- Undergraduate
- Awarded by:
- University of Central Lancashire
Course summary
The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire.
This Foundation Certificate has been designed for students wishing to undertake a Higher Education course in ecology and conservation management on a part time basis. There is a steady demand within the conservation and environmental sector for people with skills in plant and animal identification and countryside management. As a result of this, one of the aims of the course is, to equip students with identification skills and the countryside management knowledge needed for this sort of work. In addition the course is designed to equip students with the pre-requisites to progress onto the second year of the FdSc Ecology and Conservation Management course, to be completed either by full-time or part-time study.
Modules
Academic and Vocational Skills; Essential Plant and Soil Science; Principles of Animal and Crop Husbandry; Plant and Animal Identification; Introduction to Semi-natural Habitats and GIS; Ecology
Application codes
- Institution code:
- M99
- Campus name:
- Preston Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
- Points of Entry:
- Year 1
Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF)
University Centre Myerscough has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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How to apply
To apply for this course you will be taken to the provider's website, where you can find out more information and make an application.
Application codes
- Institution code:
- M99
- Campus name:
- Preston Campus
- Campus Code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - CE
AS levels may be used to contribute to entry requirements but they are not sufficient for entry on their own.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Alternative equivalent Level 3 qualifications such as City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080) will also be considered.
Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 0 credits P: 45 credits
Scottish Higher - CCD
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MP
Alternative equivalent Level 3 qualifications such as City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (720) will also be considered.
Scottish Advanced Higher - CD
T Level - P - D*
We accept technical level qualifications to be used either as a standalone qualification to meet the UCAS tariff points or in combination with other qualifications to contribute to the total number of UCAS tariff points
Normally 5 GCSEs Including Maths and English (or equivalents) are required, however, applicants are advised to check with the University Centre if they do not possess the specific qualifications.
The University Centre may consider applicants with work experience within a relevant industry in place of some qualifications.
Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) will be considered on an individual basis.
If you have any queries in relation to entry qualifications, then please contact the University Centre directly.
Additional entry requirements
- Interview
- You may be required to attend an interview and will be contacted directly if this is the case.
English language requirements
| Test | Grade | Additional details |
|---|---|---|
| IELTS (Academic) | 6 | Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent. |
Historical entry grades data
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| Location | Fee | Year |
|---|---|---|
| EU | £1125 | Module |
| England | £1125 | Module |
| Northern Ireland | £1125 | Module |
| Scotland | £1125 | Module |
| Wales | £1125 | Module |
| Channel Islands | £1125 | Module |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.
Additional fee information
Additional costs for items that are essential for the course include: waterproofs boots - £80, binoculars – £150
We are unable to offer part time learning to non EU applicants.
University Centre Myerscough
St Michael's Road
Bilsborrow
Preston
PR3 0RY
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Course contact details
Enquiry/Admissions Office
Email:he@myerscough.ac.uk
Phone:01995 642222
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