Bicton College is a leading land-based college set within an area of outstanding natural beauty in the heart of Devon. The grounds comprise 200 hectares of open parkland and rolling countryside; a majestic Georgian manor house overlooks the beautiful lake and sits alongside the latest in modern facilities and equipment. It is the perfect setting for the range of land-based courses that are available from entry level to higher education, in the following subject areas: 1.Agriculture 2.Animal Care 3.Countryside Management & Arboriculture 4.Engineering: Vehicle, Plant and Manufacturing 5.Equine Studies 6.Environment 7.Floristry 8.Horticulture 9.Outdoor Leisure 10.Veterinary Nursing Bicton College is located a mere five minutes from the south coast with its selection of beaches, towering cliffs and seaside towns, and twenty minutes from the regional capital of Exeter, which “…with a touch of buzzy, big city atmosphere, a large student population and a thriving arts scene…is one of the liveliest cities in the southwest. The citys long heritage means there are plenty of monuments and historical attractions to occupy at least a days sightseeing, and the excellent selection of bars, cafes and restaurants make Exeter a vibrant place to be after dark.” (Lonely Planet Guide to Great Britain, June 2005)