Easton College Courses : Part Time
Introduction to Bee-keeping

Entry Requirements: 
There are NO formal requirements.

The Course:
The course will be of interest to those who have just started or are contemplating starting beekeeping.  Coupled with the Practical Bee-Keeping course it gives a good grounding for those wishing to take the basic examination of BBKA.

Please note: Due to high demand for this course, the September course is now full and thus any applications received will be offered a place on the next course starting in Spring 2011.

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

Course Content:
• Types of bees
• Natural history of bees
• The colony and how it functions
• Equipment and care of bees
• Types of hives
• Routine management
• Bee plants and sources of nectar and pollen
• Honey extraction
• Bee diseases

Progression:
Candidates can progress on to the Practical or Advanced Bee-keeping courses. Please be aware that these courses are extremely popular and we advise you to book early in order to avoid disappointment. All places are allocated on a first come, first served basis.

Equipment Required:
Writing materials

Financial Information:
Course fee = £113 . 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 731281.

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