Stamford School has announced that it will offer a level 3 BTEC in agriculture from September.
The school, situated in the highly agricultural county of Lincolnshire, UK, said the move was due to “increasing student demand and interest”.
Candidates on the course could use the qualification to access degree and apprenticeship opportunities in agricultural subjects, environmental management and farm business management, the school said.
Chris Smith, deputy head academic at Stamford School, said of the BTEC in agriculture: “At Stamford, we strongly believe that education plays a pivotal role in maintaining agricultural legacy, and we are delighted to now offer this BTEC course to our students and those across the county and surrounding areas who may be looking for a course of this nature.
“As British agriculture faces challenges from climate change, labour shortages, and evolving trade policies, Lincolnshire is leading efforts to innovate.
Young farmers are encouraged to adopt sustainable practices, such as precision farming and renewable energy integration, ensuring the sector’s resilience. By nurturing the next generation of agriculturalists, we can help shape the future of British farming in a rapidly changing world”.
He explained that the BTEC at Stamford will be a three-A-level equivalent course. A small number of students might follow the two-A-level equivalent course alongside another A-level.
The entry requirements for the course will be a 4.5 GCSE average point score, including a 5 in English and maths.
Source: School Management Plus
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