What will I learn?

This one-day course introduces honeybee anatomy through microscope work, practical preparation techniques, and guided dissections. Participants will examine the external features of the honeybee, learn how to embed bees in wax, and explore the internal structures in the abdomen, thorax, and head to understand the key systems of the honeybee.

Who should attend

  • Anyone interested in honeybee anatomy or an introduction to microscopy.
  • Beekeepers preparing for the British Beekeepers Association Module 5: Honeybee Biology.
  • No previous experience is required.

    Entry Requirements

    No previous experience is required.

    Please Note

    All fees are correct at the current time and may be subject to change.

    Due to funding restrictions this course is not available to existing full time Sparsholt College/Andover College students aged 16, 17 or 18 (or 19-24 with an EHCP) on the 31/8 in the year they started/start their course.

Fees:

£85

Level of Study:

Part-Time

Dates:

  • 27/02/2027 - (VQHADC/FC01)

Interview:

No

Location:

Sparsholt College, SO21 2NF

Duration:

09:00 - 17:00