Hadlow College

• Location: Hadlow, Kent, England,
• Age of students: from 16 years old,
• Type of study: mixed,
• Language of instruction: English.

As Kent's only agricultural and agribusiness college, Hadlow offers a huge range of courses to suit the needs of a wide variety of students. Hadlow College's mission is to make all students feel welcome, safe, and part of a community where they learn the skills to succeed in their careers.

All face-to-face courses and internships include a significant amount of work experience that is carried out in the workplace, developing skills and knowledge related to the chosen profession.

The courses combine practice and theory, and are conducted using modern specialized technologies.

Hadlow College has joined forces with numerous educational institutions from around the world to take a stand against climate change by signing a landmark commitment as part of the UN's global Race to Zero initiative, to become a zero-carbon organization. According to the pledge, Hadlow must take three key steps:

• Mobilizing a large amount of resources focused on specific climate change research and skills development,
• Achieving net zero by 2030 or 2050 at the latest,
• Improving environmental and sustainability education through curricula, campuses, and outreach programs.

Hadlow College offers students full-board, half-board and self-catering for those over the age of 18.

Accommodation includes:

• Choice of meals: half board (for children under 18 years old) and half board/self care (18+ years),
• All utility bills,
• A college employee. It is available at any time – 24 hours a day/5 days a week when students are in residence,
• Pastoral support and opportunities for personal and social development,
• Daily cleaning and maintenance,
• Access to student areas, events, and other college facilities.

The residence is home to the new Hatton and Stapledon student housing blocks, which have a new water system, updated floors, steel doors, and roofs on the porches of the buildings. In the summer of 2021, the interior decoration of all rooms of the residence was updated.

In the living single rooms there is a bed, a table for studying, a washbasin, a wardrobe. The living quarters themselves are bright and small. Common areas: bathroom and shower, lounge area and kitchen equipped with stove, refrigerator and freezer.

Hadlow College offers students a wide range of recreational and social activities to help students develop their skills and expand their circle of friends. Many of these enrichment activities are student-led, with suggestions for the development of clubs and sports teams so that everyone can enjoy their time away from home.

The college pursues a policy of all-round student development. Activities are carried out in 5 areas:

• Cultural Enrichment and Personal Development: Regular events aimed at raising awareness of other countries, traditions and their culture through a series of workshops and tastings.
• Enrichment in the evenings and weekends: Activities open to all students help to make the time enjoyable and fulfilling.
• Inter-College Themed Events: Annual parties and events open to all students that mark the beginning, middle, and end of the academic year. These include the Winter Ball, charity fundraising events, the Hadlow Group Sports Awards, and the Summer Ball.
• Sports Enrichment: Hadlow Group has a variety of competitive sports teams, including football, netball, and rugby teams. The college offers a number of trial classes for all students so that they can be active during their studies.
• Enrichment of the curriculum: in each section of the courses, classes are organized for students, which are aimed at determining and testing their strengths, mastering new professional skills.

A shared lounge area is available to all Hadlow students, which has a wide range of amenities including game consoles, karaoke and disco systems, TV, pool tables, arcade games and a dedicated music room with a variety of instruments. Located in an elegant building from the early 19th century, the Garrad Bar is an ideal meeting place.

Hadlow College, located in Kent, England, boasts an extensive campus covering 100 hectares and features various facilities for educational and agricultural purposes. The college's main campus offers a wide range of resources, including an operational beef farm, sheep department, crop fields, greenhouses for horticulture, fruit production, animal collections, fishery lakes, and an incubator. Additionally, the main campus provides access to stables, creating a comprehensive environment for hands-on learning and practical experience in agriculture and related fields.

In addition to the main campus, Hadlow College operates the Greenwich Equestrian Centre, which is a valuable resource for students interested in equine studies. This center provides access to modern facilities, including a horse spa, water treadmill, hydrotherapy pool, indoor and outdoor arenas, a mechanical horse, and stables for up to 26 horses. It offers students the opportunity to study horse-related subjects in a well-equipped equestrian environment.

Furthermore, Hadlow College is home to the National Reptile Protection Centre (NCRW), a unique facility that combines education, charitable initiatives, and the pet industry. The NCRW, established in 2018, serves as the first of its kind in the UK and plays a vital role in promoting reptile welfare and conservation efforts.

Overall, Hadlow College's extensive campuses and specialized facilities provide a rich learning environment for students interested in agriculture, horticulture, equine studies, and reptile conservation.

The academic year at Hadlow College usually lasts from September to June, divided into 3 trimesters, separated by holidays:

• Autumn trimester (September – December),
• Christmas Vacation (2 weeks)
• Spring trimester (January – March),
• Easter holidays (2 weeks),
• Summer term (April – June),
• Summer holidays (2 months, July and August).

Additional costs:

• Registration fee,
• Visa fee,
• Transfer
• Residence
• Nutrition
• Transportation costs,
• Trips within the framework of the program,
• Purchase of uniforms or overalls,
• Educational materials and stationery,
• Pocket money.

An applicant who chooses to study at Hadlow College must:

1. Decide on a course,
2. Fill out the online application form: All applications for full-time higher education courses must be submitted through UCAS.
3. Pass the interview. After submitting the application, within 2 weeks, the applicant will receive an email indicating the time and date of the interview and what they need to bring with them.
4. Upon successful completion of the interview, the candidate will receive a new email detailing the offer. The offer ultimately depends on the exam results that the applicant will need to present upon admission.
5. At the beginning of August, the prospective student will receive a letter with an invitation to enroll in the chosen course during August, indicating a specific date and time.
6. When registering, you must have the results of the exams and an identity card (passport, visa) with you.

It is possible to apply for several courses at the same time.

The college has a specialized program called Hadlow College Alumni, which includes monthly information about what the college does and how an alumnus can get involved in its life: you can participate in mentoring, become a member of the volunteer community, attend alumni events, serve as a guest speaker, and much more. A Hadlow graduate who participates in the program will be eligible for a package that includes exclusive offers, discounts, and support from the college team in building their careers.

Each educational program has its own requirements for admission, including the previous experience of the applicant.

• Entry-Level 3 Programs: There are no official eligibility requirements for admission.
• Level 1 Programmes: Grades 1-2 Graduate or E to G or equivalent, including Foundation awards and entry-level qualifications.
• Level 2 programmes: at least 4 Grade 3 (D) Final Examinations or above, including Maths and English and relevant subject qualifications, or a minimum of a full Level 1 course in the chosen subject at Merit level or above, English and Mathematics at Level 1.
• Level 3 programmes: at least 5 Grade 4 (C) Final Examinations or above, including Maths and English and a relevant subject qualification4 or a minimum of a full Level 2 course in the chosen subject at Merit level or above, English and Mathematics at Level 2.

Financial aid is available to any Hadlow College student to apply for. This funding is available to assist students in the form of contributions to books, materials, kits and equipment, free college meals, transportation to and from college.

Hadlow College offers a number of scholarships to help students from low-income families pay their tuition fees. These programmes are subject to the level of government funding and are provided on a first-come, first-served basis.

• Guardianship services during the studies
• Student supervision