A guide to Shuttleworth College 2016-2017
Agriculture Animal Management Arboriculture Countryside Fisheries Floristry Horse Management Horticulture Land-Based Studies Outdoor Adventure Includes full-time study programmes, Apprenticeship programmes, part-time courses and Higher Education courses
WELCOME TO SHUTTLEWORTH COLLEGE We are a specialist land-based college, which means that we offer courses in agricultural and environmental education, as well as animal science and outdoor education. We make full use of our natural resources, including a commercial farm, woodland, walled garden and lakes, all within the stunning location of Old Warden Park near Biggleswade. Back in 1946 we enrolled our ďŹ rst students and established our place as a national centre for agricultural education. Today both our students and our facilities continue to win national awards.
If you have a passion for the great outdoors and want to pursue or enhance your career in the land-based industries, then this is the place for you.
our students and our facilities continue to win national awards
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OPEN DAYS Our Open Days are the best way to see what we can offer you: Saturday 23 January 2016 9.30am-12.30pm
BEAT THE QUEUES
Saturday 5 March 2016 9.30am-12.30pm Thursday 19 May 2016 5.00pm-8.00pm
Pre-register your place online now at www.shuttleworth.ac.uk /openday
GETTING TO SHUTTLEWORTH COLLEGE We have good transport links to our 500 acre campus and financial support is available*. We’re located in the village of Old Warden two miles west of the A1 where it goes past Biggleswade.
There are lots of options: • We provide a comprehensive College-run bus service to local towns and villages depending on demand. • There is a train station at Biggleswade, which is served twice-hourly by the Peterborough to London Kings Cross line. • We have ample free parking on site if you decide to drive in.
For full-time students: • If you travel to Shuttleworth other than by College bus you may qualify for a travel bursary. Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/travelbursary • If travelling is difficult for you, we may be able to offer you a place in our halls of residence. Visit www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/accommodation *Terms and conditions apply. Visit www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/travel for details
SUPPORTING YOU Here at Shuttleworth College you can benefit from award-winning advice and support in everything from your future career to your personal wellbeing. There are lots of ways we can help: • Award-winning support from our Student Services team • A dedicated counselling service for when you just need someone to talk to • Additional support for those with individual learning needs such as dyslexia, hearing or visual impairment • Financial guidance • Careers advice through our own Job Shop
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Our Campus SET IN OVER 500 ACRES OF
BEAUTIFUL PARKLAND Shuttleworth College is a self-contained, leafy campus providing you with all the facilities you need to succeed. Many of our students feel so at home here that they don’t want to leave! • Learning Resources Centre • Information Learning Technology suites • Munch & Mocha Restaurant and Coffee Shop • Job Shop ‘pop-up’ shop • Walled garden, lakes and parklands • Blue Cross award-winning Animal Unit with almost 400 species • Kingshill Farm (livestock and arable land) • Mechanisation Centre of agricultural machinery • Mount Pleasant Equine Centre • Indoor and outdoor sports facilities, pitches and courts • Fish farm and lakes • Woodland and conservation area • Shuttleworth Activity Centre
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Shuttleworth Activity Centre
Kingshill Farm (livestock and arable land)
Mount Pleasant Equine Centre
Walled garden, lakes and parklands
Indoor and outdoor sports facilities, pitches and courts
Mechanisation Centre of agricultural machinery
Blue Cross award-winning Animal Unit with almost 400 species
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Studying at Shuttleworth College FULL-TIME STUDY PROGRAMMES In today’s competitive market employers and universities are looking for much more than just a qualification. At Shuttleworth College, alongside your industry-recognised qualification, you’ll also study English and maths and improve your personal and employability skills.
Subject
Introductory Level Entry requirements: An interest in the subject and evidence of studying at GCSE level, or completion of an Entry Level qualification
Intermediate Level (equivalent to GCSE) Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs A*-D or an Introductory Level Diploma
Advanced Level (equivalent to A-Level) Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs A*-C or an Intermediate Level Diploma
Agriculture Animal Sciences Countryside Fisheries Floristry Horse Management Horticulture Land-Based Studies Outdoor Adventure
Find out more at www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/full-time
DID YOU KNOW?
86%
of our 2014 leavers went straight into further study or paid work. Half of these started a degree.
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SARAH STUDYING COUNTRYSIDE ADVANCED LEVEL I had already been working as a protective species ecologist but when I was made redundant I looked to expand upon my existing skills. I knew that Shuttleworth College had an excellent reputation because I had already studied there 12 years ago, so it was lovely to go back and study a different course.
ZOE HORSE MANAGEMENT ADVANCED LEVEL I wanted to do something that I really enjoyed and I love riding and working with horses – I’ve been doing it since I was eight years old. We had two hours a week of riding and I was given the opportunity to ride the horses after College as I didn’t have access to my own horse like some other people. The facilities at Shuttleworth are brilliant. We have 23 good stables, a big indoor school where we ride, and have access to a horse walker, which not many colleges have.
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMMES We offer a wide range of Apprenticeship programmes which provide a great opportunity to gain an industry-recognised qualification while working, enabling you to earn while you learn. You need to be employed for at least 30 hours per week before starting your Apprenticeship.
Subject
Intermediate Level (equivalent to GCSE) Entry requirements: 3 GCSEs A*-D or an Introductory Level Diploma
Advanced Level (equivalent to A-Level) Entry requirements: 4 GCSEs A*-C or an Intermediate Level Diploma
Agriculture Environmental Conservation Horse Management Horticulture Trees & Timber We also offer work-based training programmes in Agriculture, Horticulture and Trees & Timber.
Find out more at www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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Studying at Shuttleworth College HIGHER EDUCATION COURSES Animal Management Foundation Degree (FdSc) Validated by, and leads to an award of, the University of Bedfordshire. This course will provide you with high-quality, broad-based training in animal related biological sciences. You’ll study a mixture of practical, scientific, technical and business principles to prepare you for a career in animal management and give you a thorough understanding of the field. On completion of this course you can progress on to the final year of a full degree – BSc (Hons) Animal Science – with the University of Bedfordshire.
New for 2016!
Agriculture Foundation Degree
Entry requirements You will need: 80-120 UCAS points including a relevant science OR Animal Management BTEC Advanced Level Extended Diploma (for Animal Science) OR Land-Based (Agriculture/ Animal Management/Countryside/Horticulture/Fisheries) BTEC Advanced Level Extended Diploma (for Agriculture) OR
Agriculture Foundation Degree (FdSc) Subject to validation by the University of Bedfordshire.
An equivalent Advanced Level qualification with GCSEs in English, maths and science at A*-C
This course will provide you with high-quality, advanced skills and knowledge in sustainable crop, livestock and land management. You will gain practical skills on our College farm combined with advanced scientific, technical and business enterprise skills, which are key components of the course. You will also have the opportunity to gain valuable industry experience through the completion of an extended period of work experience.
We also welcome applications from mature students who will be considered individually on experience rather than qualifications.
Find out more at www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/highereducation
On completion of this course you can progress on to the final year of a full degree – BSc (Hons) Agriculture – with the University of Bedfordshire.
HOLLY STUDYING ANIMAL MANAGEMENT FOUNDATION DEGREE Originally I hadn’t intended to go on to higher education, but I enjoyed the Advanced Level course so much and in particular loved working with the animals in the College’s Animal Unit, which is such a unique facility. As I expected, the higher education course was quite intense but I was also given some fantastic opportunities.
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PART-TIME COURSES We offer both professional courses and courses just for fun from half a day to a year long. Our professional qualifications are accredited by leading industry bodies to enhance your career. Agriculture – including City & Guilds qualifications • Agriculture and Smallholder Skills • All-Terrain Vehicles • Brushcutting • Forklifts • Hedgecutters • Mowers • Pest Control Animal Management Arboriculture – including City & Guilds and Lantra qualifications • Chainsaw & Related Operations • Tree Inspection • Woodchippers
Countryside Management Horse Management – including training for British Horse Society qualifications Floristry – including City & Guilds qualifications Horticulture & Gardening – including Royal Horticultural Society courses • Garden Design & Landscaping • Horticulture • Pruning Outdoor Adventure – including British Canoe Union qualifications • Paddlesport
Find out more at www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/part-time
GAVIN STUDYING PRACTICAL HORTICULTURE RHS LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE PART-TIME I’m self-employed and work in London as a Personal Trainer but I’ve been in the fitness industry for 18 years and I’m now looking for a change and to do something different. I also want a more self-sufficient lifestyle so this RHS qualification seemed like a good stepping stone to achieve both of these goals. It’s well respected in the industry and I can keep my options open as I don’t know what area of horticulture I want to specialise in yet.
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Subject area snapshots NOT SURE WHAT YOU WOULD STUDY ON EACH COURSE? READ ON!
Agriculture
Study agriculture if you want to work on farms or in allied industries, such as machinery sales, animal nutrition, seed, fertiliser and agrochemical supply. You will study areas such as crop production, livestock production, grassland management, business management, livestock breeding and nutrition, and principles of plant and soil science.
Outdoor Adventure
You will be involved in kayaking, canoeing, orienteering, climbing, archery and sailing, both at College and other local venues, while studying units associated with coaching, leadership and skills development. As part of the programme you will also be involved in expeditions at venues such as the Lake District, work experience with employers from the outdoor industry, have the opportunity to gain instructor qualiďŹ cations and go on numerous residential and day trips. 10 | A guide to Shuttleworth College 2016-17
Animal Sciences
You will get to develop your skills in all areas of animal care and management, including animal health and welfare, animal accommodation and feeding and animal handling. You will also gain an understanding of how the animal body works through studying animal biology and anatomy and physiology.
Countryside
Think outdoors, think countryside. You’ll study tree felling, estate skills, countryside tourism and recreation, machinery operations, game management and habitat management including grassland, heathland and wetland.
Fisheries
Study fisheries if you want to pursue a career in sectors such as fish production, sport fishing, aquaculture, recreational fisheries management, or aquatic and ornamental fisheries management. Study units will be directed at these areas.
Horse Management
You will gain an in-depth understanding of the industry and develop skills in practical horse management, science and business. Practical aspects will include riding, lungeing, long reining, stable management skills and fitting tack and equipment.
Horticulture
Horticulture is a diverse sector that includes nursery work, landscape design, plant propagation and production, tree maintenance and surgery, contract management and sports turf and groundsmanship. You’ll be able to study the units that fit in with your career plans.
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Disclaimer: While every effort is made to ensure that the information within this prospectus is correct at the time of printing, some details may be subject to change. Shuttleworth College reserves the right to make amendments to the courses, dates, fees or other details, and to make cancellations or changes if student numbers are insufficient. In the unfortunate situation that we have to cancel a course, we will refund your fees in full, but we regret we are not able to offer any refund if you withdraw from your course or fail to start, and you will be liable to pay any outstanding fees that may be due.