Easton College Courses : Part Time
Beekeeping Plus

Entry Requirements: 
There are NO formal requirements.

The Course:
This course will be of interest to the bee-keeper who has at least one season’s experience and wishes to gain a greater understanding of the subject.

Attendance:
One evening per week for eight weeks in the spring term.
7.00 pm – 9.00 pm.

Course Content:
How the honey bee works, its anatomy, physiology and development;  honey bee colony organisation – the work of Von Frisch and communication of food sources and dance language, Lindauer’s work on communication within the colony; the role of pheromones in colony organization; swarming – an examination of some of the theories of swarming and their practical application, methods of swarming; queen rearing and genetics; strains of bees and factors to consider in selection of stock; methods of breeding large and small quantities of queens; bee-keeping techniques; honey and nectar – the relationship between honey and nectar, factors affecting nectar secretion in plants, the chemistry of honey, handling honey and preparation for market; the biology of pollination and factors which affect it, the role of honey bees in pollination; bee diseases and pests, their life cycles, methods of controls; laboratory practical on bee diseases; revision and discussion.

Progression:
Successful candidates can progress to specialist bee-keeping courses.

Equipment Required:
Writing materials

Financial Information:
Course fee - £113.00.  This fee applies to ALL students.
Unfortunately there is no funding available for this course, even if you are in receipt of a Government funded benefit.  For further information regarding funding please speak to Student Information Centre staff on 01603 731 281

NB Minimum numbers apply.

Information contained in this leaflet is correct at the time of going to press but may be subject to revision at a later date.