Catering and Hospitality, Agriculture
Catering and Hospitality
The hospitality industry is one of the largest trades in the UK, with a wealth of job opportunities. These include food & drink service, hotel management, events management, restaurant management, bakers & patisserie chefs, contract catering, product development, and food manufacturing.
Students will gain strong links with employers and will be taught by experienced staff who are qualified in all aspects of the hospitality and culinary arts professions.
Agriculture
Based in Newtown College, the Agriculture department operates a 350-acre working upland sheep and beef farm. Learning on Fronlas Farm allows for practical experience and academic knowledge of working in the agricultural industry to be gained by our students. We provide education in farming and agricultural methods for all, whether you are new to, or experienced in the industry. What is more, Fronlas Farm provides purpose-built classrooms as well as workshops, cattle, and sheep housing and handling facilities.
Lecturers have immense knowledge of the latest developments in production systems. The provision offers estate skills, conservation, and diversification opportunities, making the farm an essential practical resource for all land-based students. Completion of an agriculture course offers a range of practical alternatives including farm manager, auctioneer, feed representative, advisory officer, farming specialist, land agent, farm inspector, and, agriculture department advisor.
