Horticulture – Production & Design
About
This course develops the academic base of vocational skills and provides Higher Education training for those seeking development within the Landscape Design Industry.
Start
This course starts in September
Duration
2 years
UCAS Institution Code
B68
Fees
£7,500 (Year 1, 2018/19)
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Level
HND
Location
Pencoed Campus
UCAS Course Code
KQ2Y
Overview & Modules
You will gain a sound scientific background as part of the course along with specialised module delivery including:
- Decorative horticulture
- Fruit and vegetable production management
- Hard and soft landscape skills
- Plant maintenance and management
- Surveying
- Advance garden Design
- Landscape management
- Organic horticulture
How will I be assessed?
You will be assessed through a variety of methods such as assignments, practical portfolios, presentations, observations and examinations.
Entry requirements
You will need:
- 2 A levels at grade D OR
- BTEC Extended Diploma at PPP OR
- A pass in an Access to HE Diploma to include passes in 45 level 3 credits, in relevant subjects (or other equivalent qualifications)
- Plus 3 GCSEs at grade C or above, to include Maths and English (or other equivalent qualifications)
- Mature applicants lacking formal entry requirements but with relevant and/or industrial experience will also be considered
- You may be invited to an interview/audition/entry test
Continue your studies
Progress onto a degree course such as BSc (Hons) Landscape Studies (top-up) at the University of South Wales or enter employment. Learners typically follow one of the following routes:
- Start up your own business
- Landscape architecture
- Local authority roles
- Garden design
- Horticultural therapy
- Instructor
These opportunities are available across South Wales, the UK and Europe.
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