Agriculture- Modern Agriculture SCQF level 5
Start
19 Aug 2024
End
13 Jun 2025
This full time provides an overview of the Agriculture industry with a focus on new and emerging technologies, for example the use of satellite and GPS systems; the collection, management, and use of data and metadata to improve efficiency; and the importance of diversification within the farming sector.It develops knowledge and understanding of modern agriculture and how it influences practices in the learner's local area.Learners also develop skills in health and safety, estate maintenance, care and handling of livestock and working with farm machinery.
Qualifications
NPA Investigation of Modern Agriculture at SCQF 5
Delivery
36 weeks full time. 3 days per week.
Location
Entry requirements
3 Nat 4 passes or successful completion of NPTC level 1 agriculture or equivalent plus an interest in farming.
Progression opportunities
NC agriculture or equivalent vocational qualification at SCQF 6. Careers in agriculture
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