The Foraging Level 8 Advanced Diploma is a professional and deeply immersive programme for those passionate about sustainable living, wild food, and the natural world. This advanced-level course explores the full scope of foraging, from modern legal and ethical responsibilities to seasonal identification, risk management, and ecological awareness in the UK countryside and coastal environments.

Through a structured curriculum, learners will gain botanical expertise essential for foraging safely and responsibly. You'll explore plant families, habitat recognition, and foraging techniques for edible plants, fungi, seaweeds, and shellfish, with a strong emphasis on sustainability and species conservation. The course also teaches learners how to distinguish between edible and toxic species with confidence using advanced identification strategies.

Students will dive into the world of functional wild plants and traditional herbal remedies. From crafting tinctures and teas to preparing preserved and fermented wild foods, this course merges ancient knowledge with modern practical application. A strong culinary component offers seasonal wild food recipes and preservation techniques to encourage creativity and nutritional awareness.

Whether you wish to build a career in wild food tourism, launch a foraging workshop, or simply deepen your relationship with nature, this course empowers you with the tools to do so. The final module helps students document their foraging journey through fieldwork portfolios, risk assessments, and reflective presentations, culminating in professional certification.