Horticulture

  • Level 2 Diploma

  • 1 year full-time

Open events

You can now apply for next year

(September 22/23)

Apply today

There are many opportunities in the horticultural industry as it’s one of the largest employers in the UK. A career in horticulture could mean anything from a hands-on gardener to a research scientist, and can open the door to careers all over the world.

Our courses will enable you to develop your gardening and landscaping skills, focusing on practical skills in realistic working environments. We have excellent tutors who are experts in the industry, passionate about plants and devoted to your education and development.

Horticulture careers can be rewarding and varied. When studying our full-time courses, you will visit many organisations to see first-hand what types of businesses might employ you in the future.

This course is an ideal introduction to practical horticulture skills and landscaping techniques.

Modules may include:

  • Plant and soil science
  • Work related experience
  • Principles of land-based machinery
  • Establish and maintain plants outdoors
  • Introduction to plant nomenclature and identification
  • Participate in providing estate maintenance
  • Maintain turf

You will also develop a number of skills including numeracy, literacy and digital skills throughout the course.

The awarding body for this qualification is City & Guilds.

Practical and written assessments.

3 GCSEs at grade D or above. Equivalent qualifications are accepted, including a Pass at Level 1.

On successful completion of the course, there is opportunity to progress onto a Level 3 course or into employment.

Enrolment fee: £40

Course-related fees, eg materials/equipment: £80*

*This cost is approximate and is subject to change. Some costs may be payable to the College and some may be payable to external suppliers. Further details can be obtained by contacting hello@bridgend.ac.uk. There may be support available towards these costs; please visit our website for more information.

Please note: Access to an appropriate digital device for learning is required for this course. You may be eligible for support with this; please visit our website for more information.

Horticulture careers can be rewarding and varied. When studying our full-time courses, you will visit many organisations to see first-hand what types of businesses might employ you in the future.

This course is an ideal introduction to practical horticulture skills and landscaping techniques.

Modules may include:

  • Plant and soil science
  • Work related experience
  • Principles of land-based machinery
  • Establish and maintain plants outdoors
  • Introduction to plant nomenclature and identification
  • Participate in providing estate maintenance
  • Maintain turf

You will also develop a number of skills including numeracy, literacy and digital skills throughout the course.

The awarding body for this qualification is City & Guilds.

Practical and written assessments.

3 GCSEs at grade D or above. Equivalent qualifications are accepted, including a Pass at Level 1.

On successful completion of the course, there is opportunity to progress onto a Level 3 course or into employment.

Enrolment fee: £40

Course-related fees, eg materials/equipment: £80*

*This cost is approximate and is subject to change. Some costs may be payable to the College and some may be payable to external suppliers. Further details can be obtained by contacting hello@bridgend.ac.uk. There may be support available towards these costs; please visit our website for more information.

Please note: Access to an appropriate digital device for learning is required for this course. You may be eligible for support with this; please visit our website for more information.

Pencoed Campus, Pencoed, CF35 5LG

This campus is home to an extensive range of subject areas: Land-based, Construction, Sport and Public Services along with our brand new state-of-the-art STEAM Academy for Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Maths.

The campus has great facilities such as a 3G sports pitch, modern equine areas, sports hall and conditioning gym. Located on the outskirts of the village of Pencoed, this campus also offers local amenities and transport links within easy reach.

Latest regional data including Bridgend, Cardiff and Swansea

Currently Employed

43

Job opportunities

8

Average Wage

£17597

Your next steps to joining Bridgend College

Follow a manual added link

Open events

Whether you’re looking to study a further or higher education course, want to follow an apprenticeship or enhance your skills for personal or professional development, join us at our next event.

Follow a manual added link

Click here to apply for next September

You can apply for next year

(September 22/23)

Wildlife and Countryside L3 90 Credit DiplomaMusic L3 Diploma