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Barnsley College Open Day – Thursday 26 November 2026, 4.00pm – 7.00pm
November 26, 2026
16:00
Barnsley College Open Day – Saturday 23 January 2027, 10.00am – 1.00pm
January 23, 2027
10:00
Other Courses
- Agriculture Level 2 (FAGR)
- Agriculture Level 3 Full-time (FAGR)
- Animal Management (Advanced Technical Certificate) Level 3 (FAGR)
- Animal Management (Technical Certificate) Level 2 Full-time (FAGR)
- Art and Design Level 2 Diploma (FADF)
- Beauty Therapy Level 2 Full-time (FBEA)
- Bricklaying Level 2 Diploma Full-time (FCON)
- Business Level 3 BTEC Foundation Diploma Full-time (FBMS)
- Digital Systems and Data, V Level, Full Time (FSFC)
- Education, V Level, Full time (FSFC)
Land-based Level 1 (FAGR)
Barnsley College
Church Street, Barnsley, South Yorkshire, S70 2AX
Available start dates
Available start dates
Course Summary
This one-year course introduces you to the exciting world of Animal Care, Agriculture, and Horticulture. You’ll get hands-on experience at our Wigfield Farm campus with animal health and well-being, setting up and maintaining animal homes, and growing plants from seeds.
Course Details
Course themes:
Growing plants
Looking after land
Working with animals and plants
Hands-on farming skills
Plus, you can work on your English and maths GCSEs while discovering your passion. It’s the perfect opportunity to dive into your future career and see what you love most!
How will it be delivered and assessed?
You will complete a multiple choice exam alongside completing a portfolio of practical and written evidence that shows achievement of all relevant learning outcomes.
Entry requirements
Two GCSEs at grade 2 or above, one must be English Language.
Your next steps...
There are several opportunities available, one of which is to carry on studying for a Level 2 Certificate in Animal Care Practical Skills, Agriculture or Horticulture. You may also be able to gain employment in the industry.
Additional information
For more courses like this, check our courses page.