The course is assessed by coursework and practical assessments with a final year assessment covering all areas of the courses.
Most assessments will be a mixture of written coursework with elements of practical assessment.
The course starts in September 2025 and will take one year to complete.
Level 3 Work-based Agriculture Diploma, validated by City & Guilds.
FAGR
At Level 3, you build on Level 2 with hands-on projects, including sheep showing at the Penistone Show and visiting dairy, beef, and pig farms.
Gain practical experience with farm vehicles, like tractor driving at our Wigfield Farm campus.
Mandatory topics:
Optional topics:
The course is assessed by coursework and practical assessments with a final year assessment covering all areas of the courses.
Most assessments will be a mixture of written coursework with elements of practical assessment.
You will need waterproof coat and trousers, overalls, and steel toe capped boots or wellies.
You will also need to bring either a notepad and pen or a laptop.
All other PPE you may need will be provided.
Wigfield Farm
Haverlands Lane
Barnsley
S70 5NQ
After completing, you could progress onto a university-level course, apply for an apprenticeship or secure employment in the farming and agriculture industry.
Full-time Barnsley College students aged 16-18 years old do not have to pay tuition fees.
For further information please contact our friendly Information Team on +44 (0)1226 216 123 or email info@barnsley.ac.uk
Our Additional Learning Support team can provide you with the support you need. Call 01226 216 769 for further information.
Having good English and Maths qualifications are important for most careers and we want to give you the help you need to succeed.
If you are aged 16 – 19 and don’t hold a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths, you will automatically be included in your study programme. If you want to work towards achieving a higher grade in English and Maths, we can help you do that too and we offer Level 3 Mathematical Studies (Core Maths) which can be added to your study programme.
If you’re aged 19 or above and don’t hold a a grade C/4 or above in GCSE English and Maths we can help. We offer FREE English and Maths qualifications that can be studied on a part-time basis, subject to eligibility.
If you need any further information, please contact our Information Team by calling 01226 216 123 or emailing info@barnsley.ac.uk
Please note we reserve the right to change details without notice. We apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.