Who is the Course For?
The course is for people who wish to acquire the skills to find employment in the gamekeeping sector.

Entry Requirements
Applicants require a minimum of 4 Standard Grades at 3 or 4, one of which should be English. Relevant practical experience and a clear understanding of a keeper's job would be advantageous. Applicants with a mature attitude seeking a change in career are welcome and will be assessed on an individual basis.

How will I Study?
The course is delivered over 3 twelve-week blocks. Work experience placements are an integral part of the course. Students will also undertake proficiency tests such as BASC and the DMQ.

SCQF level for this course is Level 4/5

Attendance 1 year full-time, 2 years part-time
Start date September

Course Content
Shoot-Day Skills
Use of Shotgun and Sporting Rifle
Gundog Care and Handling
Grouse and Their Habitat
Work Experience
Predator and Pest Control
Deer Biology
Practical Deer Tasks
Game Despatch/Preparation
Incubation and Hatchery Practice
Gamebird Rearing
Gamebird Releasing
Wildlife Habitats of Game
Wildlife Conservation 1
Biodiversity in Scotland
Tractor Operation 1
Wildfowl and Habitat
Quarry Species
Fishery Habitat Maintenance
Fishery Operations - Angling

Job Opportunities and Progression Routes
On successful completion you can move on to a job as an underkeeper or a gamekeeper or other related employment on either upland or lowland estates. Alternatively you could take a higher qualification.

Who is the Course For?
The course is for people who wish to undertake management responsibilities within the gamekeeping / wildlife conservation sector.

Entry Requirements
Applicants should have 2 Highers at C or above or a National Certificate in a relevant subject.
Applicants with a mature attitude seeking a change in career are welcome and will be assessed on an individual basis.

How will I Study?
The course is delivered over 3 twelve-week blocks. A 12 week work placement is included in the course and provides an excellent opportunity to gain practical experience.

SCQF level for this course is Level 7

Attendance 1 year full-time
Start date September

Course Content
Gamebird Management
Woodland Deer Management
Workplace Experience
Manage Game Sporting Activities
Influence and Impact of the Media
Sporting Habitat Planning
Deer Biology
Biodiversity for Field Sports

Job Opportunities and Progression Routes
On successful completion students can move on to a job in the management of a sporting establishment, 1st year Degree in Enviromental Management or self employment.