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DSC1 Deer Stalking Certificate Prep

Mock papers for the Deer Stalking Certificate Level 1 assessment.

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Q1. Which deer species is the largest found wild in Britain?
  • A.  Red deer
  • B.  Fallow deer
  • C.  Sika deer
  • D.  Roe deer
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✓ Answer: A. Red deer
Red deer are Britain's largest native deer species, with mature stags standing up to around 137cm at the shoulder and weighing up to 190kg. Fallow and sika are noticeably smaller, which is a key first step in field identification.
Q2. What is the close season for fallow deer bucks in England and Wales?
  • A.  1 March to 31 October
  • B.  1 November to 31 March
  • C.  1 May to 31 July
  • D.  1 April to 31 August
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✓ Answer: C. 1 May to 31 July
Fallow bucks share the same close season as red stags, 1 May to 31 July inclusive, reflecting their similar antler-growth cycle. The fallow DOE close season is 1 April to 31 October, and the roe buck close season is 1 November to 31 March, so these dates must not be swapped between species and sex.
Q3. A deer is standing at the bottom of a steep valley with the stalker positioned high on the opposing slope. What effect does this steep downward shot angle have that the stalker must account for?
  • A.  The bullet will strike lower than the point of aim compared with a flat-ground shot at the same slant range
  • B.  Shot angle has no effect on point of impact, only on wind drift
  • C.  The bullet will strike higher than the point of aim compared with a flat-ground shot at the same slant range
  • D.  Muzzle energy increases proportionally with the angle of the shot
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✓ Answer: C. The bullet will strike higher than the point of aim compared with a flat-ground shot at the same slant range
On steep uphill or downhill shots, the true ballistic range is the horizontal distance, which is shorter than the slant range a rangefinder measures, so the bullet has less time to drop and strikes higher than the point of aim calculated for the slant distance. This is why angle-compensating rangefinders are used on steep terrain. Muzzle energy is unaffected by shot angle.
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The first 8 of 40 questions are free, with your score on them. Finishing the paper, your result against the pass mark and every answer explained come with the paid version.
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Topic drills
Ten quick questions on one topic, marked instantly with explanations.
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Deer species identification & biology · 35
Deer seasons, law & firearms legislation · 35
Rifle safety & safe shot placement · 35
Stalking techniques & fieldcraft · 36
Carcass handling, inspection & hygiene · 35
Diseases, welfare & best practice · 35

Who has to sit the DSC1 Deer Stalking Certificate Prep

Who needs a DSC1 Deer Stalking Certificate Prep?

Not legally required to shoot deer in England. Required by Forestry Commission, public/private landowners, and syndicates. Often requested by police for FAC with deer condition.

The real DSC1 Deer Stalking Certificate Prep: format

What is the DSC1 Deer Stalking Certificate Prep pass mark?

Real exam pass mark: Written: 40/50. Visual: 16/20. Game Meat Hygiene: 32/40. Safety: All correct. Shooting: 6 shots in kill zones (100m prone, 70m sit/kneel, 10-20m standing). Our mock marks you at 32 out of 40, the threshold we mark against.

What it costs, and what a resit costs

How much does the DSC1 Deer Stalking Certificate Prep cost?

Real exam fee: Course: £295-£448. Assessment-only: £145-£175. Resit fee: £25 per module (1-2 modules), £50 (3+ modules). Rebooking after a fail: Must complete within 3 years of initial registration.

How hard is it

How hard is the DSC1 Deer Stalking Certificate Prep?

Difficulty: Foundation qualification, knowledge-based. Requires prior firearm experience and deer knowledge; not for complete beginners. Considered a minimum standard.

Why people fail it

Why do people fail the DSC1 Deer Stalking Certificate Prep?

Figures for the real exam from vertexaisearch.cloud.google.com, checked October 2026. Fees and rules change, so confirm with the test provider before you book.
DSC1 Deer Stalking Certificate Prep: common questions
Frequently asked
How many questions are in the DSC1 Deer Stalking Certificate Prep?
The exam has 40 questions. Every Revision Robin mock uses the same 40-question format so your practice matches the real thing.
How long do you get?
The test is timed at 50 minutes. Our full mock runs on the same clock so you can practise your pacing.
Are these the real exam questions?
No. Our questions are original and written to match the current syllabus, so they give realistic practice without copying the official paper. Every answer comes with a plain-English explanation. Always confirm current rules and content with DMQ syllabus-aligned.