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- 150 hectare fully functioning commercial farm
- 256 hectares of land comprising a wide range of natural habitats including woodland, urban and aquatic
- Outside classroom equipped with a range of facilities
- Countryside Stewardship Scheme
Typical Employers
Local authorities, game estates, wildlife and conservation trusts, nature reserves and organisations such as The Environment Agency.
Industry Links
Students benefit from close ties with organisations such as English Nature, RSPB, English Heritage as well as a number of local wildlife parks and nature reserves. The College is a member of The National Trust and Kent Wildlife Trust.
With ever growing concern surrounding the impact of development on the countryside it is imperative that it is managed on an ongoing basis.
By taking a course at Hadlow College you will gain an insight into this crucial industry.
As a countryside specialist, with the skills and knowledge to manage and identify a range of flora and fauna, your role would be to maintain the delicate balance between protecting and enhancing a variety of natural habitats and allowing the general public to access, and ultimately enjoy, experiencing them. You would be working at a variety of locations including woodlands, farms, nature reserves and the wider countryside.
Our courses, developed in partnership with the industry, provide a holistic approach to protecting and developing
the countryside.
The Student's View...
Isobel Hopper
National Diploma in Countryside Management
"I have always loved being outdoors and, since I wanted to learn more about our native countryside, this course seemed a natural choice for me.
Because Hadlow is surrounded by countryside it’s a great place to learn – the whole campus is pretty much the classroom. There are numerous areas to explore and we get to
see a range of habitats. The tutors are really knowledgeable and because they seem to enjoy the subject so much they are really enthusiastic – this makes it so much easier to learn.
When I’ve finished this course I think I’m going to carry on learning and maybe do a degree in wildlife conservation. I’m totally convinced that this is the right career for me and cannot wait to put the skills I’ve gained into practice.”
The Department's View...
With a 256 hectare estate, and access to numerous off-site resources, students are exposed to wide and varied environments."
Your Future Career...
Upon completing your qualification you will be able to work in a variety of roles. You may also wish to study further by enrolling on one of our higher education programmes.
By taking a course at Hadlow College you will gain an insight into this crucial industry.
As a countryside specialist, with the skills and knowledge to manage and identify a range of flora and fauna, your role would be to maintain the delicate balance between protecting and enhancing a variety of natural habitats and allowing the general public to access, and ultimately enjoy, experiencing them. You would be working at a variety of locations including woodlands, farms, nature reserves and the wider countryside.
Our courses, developed in partnership with the industry, provide a holistic approach to protecting and developing
the countryside.
The Student's View...
Isobel Hopper
National Diploma in Countryside Management
"I have always loved being outdoors and, since I wanted to learn more about our native countryside, this course seemed a natural choice for me.
Because Hadlow is surrounded by countryside it’s a great place to learn – the whole campus is pretty much the classroom. There are numerous areas to explore and we get to
see a range of habitats. The tutors are really knowledgeable and because they seem to enjoy the subject so much they are really enthusiastic – this makes it so much easier to learn.
When I’ve finished this course I think I’m going to carry on learning and maybe do a degree in wildlife conservation. I’m totally convinced that this is the right career for me and cannot wait to put the skills I’ve gained into practice.”
The Department's View...
With a 256 hectare estate, and access to numerous off-site resources, students are exposed to wide and varied environments."
Your Future Career...
Upon completing your qualification you will be able to work in a variety of roles. You may also wish to study further by enrolling on one of our higher education programmes.