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Professional forester (integrated degree)
Level
6
Degree level
Length
3 yrs
typical
Sector
Agriculture, environmental and animal care
Pay
Paid
you earn while training
In a nutshell
Provide expert advice on the woodlands and forests.
What you'd do
Plan and oversee woodland creation, planting, and establishment works
Develop and implement forest management plans for assigned sites
Manage forestry contractors and supervise harvesting and silvicultural operations
Monitor forest health, pest and disease threats, and deer management
Apply for and administer woodland grants and felling licences
Use GIS tools to map woodland resources and plan operations
Engage with landowners, communities, and stakeholders on forestry projects
What you'd learn
Silviculture and the science of growing and managing trees and forests
Forest ecology, biodiversity, and ecosystem services of woodlands
Woodland creation, restocking, and forest design planning
Timber production, harvesting systems, and forest operations management
Forest policy, grant schemes, and the regulatory framework for forestry in England
GIS, remote sensing, and digital tools for forest mapping and management planning
Business and financial management for forestry enterprises
Ready to look for a place?
See live Professional forester (integrated degree) apprenticeship vacancies on the official government service.
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