BASIS Certificate in Soil and Water Management

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Full course details can be found https://www.lincoln.ac.uk/course/basswmnc/

Dates for 2026

Course:           February 26th and 27th, March 9th and 10th   

Exam:              March 16th - written papers, conducted online.
March 18th - vivas, conducted face-to-face at our Riseholme Campus.          

Cost  

£1,370 (includes tuition & exam)

There are no entry requirements for BASIS Soil & Water, although it is recommended candidates hold a FACTS Certificate.

Course Description

This course looks at the sustainable management of soil and water on a farm. Emphasis is placed
on methods used to minimise damage to soil structure, avoid soil erosion and reduce water
pollution.

The course can be used to contribute towards the BASIS Diploma in Agronomy.

Content
 Properties of soils, including texture, structure and water relations.
 Soil organic matter
 Management of organic amendments
 Soil erosion.
 Protecting water resources.
 Managing drainage and irrigation systems.
 Managing field cultivations.

Delivery
The course is delivered in four days, using participatory lectures, field practicals and group
exercises from our Riseholme Campus, LN2 2LG.