Countryside (Land and Wildlife)

The management of land for the conservation of flora and fauna, general recreation, environmental education and urban regeneration requires a separate blend of skills. These include an understanding of ecological principles, a sound knowledge of management and the practical ability to carry out conservation techniques – from river catchment systems to rural and coastal habitats.

Many job opportunities exist within the conservation, gamekeeping and commercial sectors and, if you choose one of these programmes, you will have the opportunity to develop countryside craft skills such as hedgelaying and drystone walling, useful for a range of future careers.