Overview
Qualification
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FD in Rural Business Management
Course Content
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Year1 Introduction to Business Skills Introduction to Marketing Compliance and Legislation Professional Industry Skills Development Study and Research Skills, Economic Issues in the Rural Sector, Introduction to Accounting and Business Finance
Year 2 Sustainable Resource Management, Business Continuity in Rural Business, Rural Diversification, Research Project, Strategy and Planning in Rural Business
Entry Requirements
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A minimum of 48 new UCAS tariff points. Normally one A Level in a Biology, Maths or Business Management plus other subjects, or a PPP at Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080) in Business or Land based subjects OR MM in Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma Business or Land based Subjects (720), or Level 3 BTEC equivalents. The programme will also be eligible for entry via T-Levels in future years.
4 GCSEs in Maths, English (grade 4/5 or above) are required. Mature entry is actively encouraged and relevant work experience will be considered in place of formal qualifications, but Access to HE courses in Science or Land based studies are highly recommended.
This programme accepts applications from international students. International students will need to ensure they can comply with UK visa requirements before enrolment, and for the length of the programme. The College has a limited accommodation offer available, but can provide additional support on request to find other local accommodation. Applicants will need to ensure they meet entry requirements for qualifications, experience and English language through IELTS.
Next Steps
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This course can be applied for through UCAS in the same way as other degrees (D403). If you wish to make a direct application for this programme then please contact our admissions team. This course is eligible for students finance and loans.
Following on from the programme, the qualification allows entry into BSc (Hons) Top Up programmes in Farm or Rural Business Management.
Career Opportunities
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This programme aims to prepare learners for farm or rural enterprise management roles. It also aims to prepare those already in industry to upskill to prepare to take on management roles.
Dates & Fees
Dates & Times
Start date:
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End time:
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22-Sep-2025 |
30-Jul-2027 |
09:00am |
16:00pm |
Attendance
Mode of attendance
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Full Time |
Timetable
Day of the week
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Number of sessions
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Course Fees
Students on this course are normally eligible for a student loan depending on their circumstances.
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There may be additional costs such as accessing the College transport network, suitable PPE and other course materials. Some offsite visits may require an additional charge (c.£10-£15). Residential Study Tours are sometimes available but this may also include costs (c.£250-£300). |
Materials Required
All our learners are expected to wear clothing which must be suitable for the environment, weather and time of year for all practical/outdoor/workshop tasks.
Protective navy blue overalls, steel toe-capped work boots and a hi-viz yellow tabard are mandatory for all practical activities across the college estate. Steel toe-capped wellington boots are also mandatory for livestock tasks.
What's next?
Is this course for you? Go ahead and book online now. If you'd like more information we are happy to answer any questions.