Course Overview
This bespoke course has been designed to support those not yet ready for a Level 3 T Level.
This course is a challenging fast-track course delivered over one year. It includes a mixture of content from the Arboriculture T Level, such as a nationally set employer project, work experience, and a significant amount of English and maths. The breadth of content will ensure you are able to apply your skills in a variety of environments for different purposes.
Topics may include:
- Working in the forestry and arboriculture industries
- Plant and soil science
- Tree identification, planting, and aftercare
- Tree-felling and ground-based chainsaw operations
- Ecology of trees and woodlands
- Arboricultural machinery operation and maintenance.
Assessment Methods
Assessment is undertaken through exams, practical projects set by employers, assignments, case studies, practical assessments, and presentations.
This qualification includes a mixture of classroom learning, practical skill development, and on-the-job experience during an industry placement.
Progression Options
On successful completion of the course, and when meeting the grade and GCSE requirements, you could progress to a T Level or an appropriate Level 3 programme (subject to a successful interview).
Alternatively, you could progress onto an Apprenticeship if you decide a work-based route is more appropriate for you.
Entry Requirements
You need five GCSEs in the 9 to 3 range, with a grade 3 in English and maths. A keen interest in the topic is vital. Entry is subject to a successful interview.
All students undertake a diagnostic period of six weeks to ascertain their suitability, attitude and preparedness for the demands of this qualification.
Frequently Asked Questions
You can apply directly on any of the UCS College Group websites, whether you wish to study at Bridgwater College, Cannington College, Strode College, or Taunton College. Simply use our “Find a Course” feature and follow the on-screen instructions – be sure to have your important information to hand.
We aim to offer a careers service that is accessible to everyone. We will seek to equip all our students with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to operate confidently, effectively, and independently in life and work. All students have the opportunity to meet with a Careers Advisor for 1:1 career support.
The Student Experience Team can mentor and signpost students who are struggling with a range of issues that are negatively impacting their day-to-day life. The Student Experience Team works closely with the Safeguarding & Lifestyle Teams to promote proactive wellbeing enrichment sessions. The team can refer on to counselling when appropriate.
We provide top-quality workshops and teaching areas across our Colleges for subjects such as art, design and media, hair and beauty, catering, automotive engineering and construction. You can review our campus facilities by navigating to the “College Life” section of our websites.
For us, the success of our students always comes first. By investing in our built environment, we are investing in your future.
All of our students will have a personal tutor to support them with their academic progress and personal development. The tutorial programme consists of 1:1 support, group tutorials and guest speakers, plus targeted online resources which complement the UCS College Group Advantage scheme.
The Safeguarding Team can offer advice and guidance on anything that may be affecting your young person and their studies – no problem is too big or too small!
Please email our Safeguarding team at staysafe@ucscollegegroup.ac.uk. If you query is urgent, please come to the College Reception and ask to speak to a Safeguarding Officer.
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