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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
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SHUTTLEWORTH COLLEGEWe 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 fi 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
WELCOME TO
SUPPORTING YOUHere at Shuttleworth College you can benefi t 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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GETTING TO SHUTTLEWORTH COLLEGEWe have good transport links to our 500 acre campus and fi nancial support is available*. We’re located in the village of Old Warden two miles west of the A1 where it goes past Biggleswade.
OPEN DAYSOur Open Days are the best way to see what we can offer you: Saturday 23 January 2016 9.30am-12.30pm
Saturday 5 March 2016 9.30am-12.30pm
Thursday 19 May 2016 5.00pm-8.00pm
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 diffi cult 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
BEAT THE QUEUES
Pre-register your place online now at
www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/openday
SET IN OVER 500 ACRES OFBEAUTIFUL PARKLANDShuttleworth 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!
Our Campus
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• 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
Shuttleworth Activity Centre
Kingshill Farm (livestock and arable land)
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Blue Cross award-winning Animal Unit with almost 400 species
Mechanisation Centre of agricultural machinery
Indoor and outdoor sports facilities, pitches and courts
Walled garden, lakes and parklands
Mount Pleasant Equine Centre
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In today’s competitive market employers and universities are looking for much more than just a qualifi cation. At Shuttleworth College, alongside your industry-recognised qualifi cation, you’ll also study English and maths and improve your personal and employability skills.
Find out more at www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/full-time
Subject Introductory LevelEntry requirements: An interest in the subject and evidence of studying at GCSE level, or completion of an Entry Level qualifi cation
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
86%DID YOU KNOW?
of our 2014 leavers went straight into further
study or paid work.Half of these started a degree.
Studying at Shuttleworth CollegeFULL-TIME STUDY PROGRAMMES
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.
We offer a wide range of Apprenticeship programmes which provide a great opportunity to gain an industry-recognised qualifi cation 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.
ZOEHORSE 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.
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Find out more at www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/apprenticeships
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
APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAMMES
We also offer work-based training programmes in Agriculture, Horticulture and Trees & Timber.
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.
HIGHER EDUCATION COURSESAnimal 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, scientifi c, technical and business principles to prepare you for a career in animal management and give you a thorough understanding of the fi eld.
On completion of this course you can progress on to the fi nal year of a full degree – BSc (Hons) Animal Science – with the University of Bedfordshire.
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Studying at Shuttleworth College
Find out more at www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/highereducation
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
An equivalent Advanced Level qualifi cation with GCSEs in English, maths and science at A*-C
We also welcome applications from mature students who will be considered individually on experience rather than qualifi cations.
New for 2016!Agriculture Foundation Degree
Agriculture Foundation Degree (FdSc)Subject to validation by the University of Bedfordshire.
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 scientifi c, 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.
On completion of this course you can progress on to the fi nal year of a full degree – BSc (Hons) Agriculture – with the University of Bedfordshire.
GAVINSTUDYING PRACTICAL HORTICULTURE
RHS LEVEL 2 CERTIFICATE PART-TIMEI’m self-employed and work in London as a Personal Trainer but I’ve been in the fi tness industry for 18 years and I’m now looking for a
change and to do something different. I also want a more self-suffi cient lifestyle so this RHS qualifi cation 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.
Countryside Management
Horse Management – including training for British Horse Society qualifi cations
Floristry – including City & Guilds qualifi cations
Horticulture & Gardening – including Royal Horticultural Society courses • Garden Design & Landscaping• Horticulture• Pruning
Outdoor Adventure – including British Canoe Union qualifi cations • Paddlesport
PART-TIME COURSES
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We offer both professional courses and courses just for fun from half a day to a year long. Our professional qualifi cations are accredited by leading industry bodies to enhance your career.
Agriculture – including City & Guilds qualifi cations• Agriculture and Smallholder Skills• All-Terrain Vehicles• Brushcutting• Forklifts• Hedgecutters• Mowers• Pest Control
Animal Management
Arboriculture – including City & Guilds and Lantra qualifi cations • Chainsaw & Related Operations• Tree Inspection• Woodchippers
Find out more at www.shuttleworth.ac.uk/part-time
NOT SURE WHAT YOU WOULD STUDY ON EACH COURSE? READ ON!
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Subject area snapshots
AgricultureStudy 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 AdventureYou 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 qualifi cations and go on numerous residential and day trips.
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HorticultureHorticulture 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.
CountrysideThink 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.
FisheriesStudy 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.
Animal SciencesYou 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.
Ready to apply?Visit www.shuttleworth.ac.ukor call us on 01767 626222.
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.
Shuttleworth College Old Warden ParkBiggleswadeBedfordshireSG18 9DX
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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 insuffi cient. 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.