Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
Do you have an interest in the art or practice of garden cultivation and management? Horticulture is the study of the cultivation of crops and plants for aesthetic purposes such as gardening or for human consumption.
This programme has been designed to not only respond to the current labour market needs but it has also been designed in such a way that it will promote sustainability, and equip learners with a holistic set of knowledge and skills.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Plant Protection 5N2546
Work Practice 5N1433
Communications 5N0690
Plant Science 5N2528
Plant Identification and Use 5N2527
Soil Science and Growing Media 5N2530
Safety and Health at Work 5N1794
Start Your Own Business 5N1418
Courses are continually developed – content and specific award components are subject to change.
Important
- Colleges may add/remove modules to keep the course updated and to meet demands.
- Almost all PLC courses have a Work Experience module, which requires students to find their own placement in an area directly related to their course.
Progression to CAO Courses
Higher Education Links Scheme (HELS)
This course leads to a QQI Major Award, and provides progression opportunities to a number of Higher Education courses, including those in the CAO.
To view CAO courses to which this award provides a possible progression route, click below:
| QQI Code |
| 5M2586 |
To calculate Points based on your QQI award results, use the PLC Points Calculator.
The Student - Career Interests
This course is typically suited for people with the following Career Interests:
Naturalist
Not surprisingly, some aspect of the natural sciences will run through the Naturalist's interests - from ecological awareness to nutrition and health. People with an interest in horticulture, land usage and farming (including fish) are Naturalists.
Some Naturalists focus on animals rather than plants, and may enjoy working with, training, caring for, or simply herding them. Other Naturalists will prefer working with the end result of nature's produce - the food produced from plants and animals. Naturalists like solving problems with solutions that show some sensitivity to the environmental impact of what they do. They like to see practical results and prefer action to talking and discussing.
Investigative
The Investigative person will usually find a particular area of science to be of interest. They are inclined toward intellectual and analytical activities and enjoy observation and theory. They may prefer thought to action, and enjoy the challenge of solving problems with sophiscticated technology. These types prefer mentally stimulating environments and often pay close attention to developments in their chosen field.
Further Research
National Statistics for this Award (All Ireland)
The following data provides general information about this Award from colleges across Ireland.
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Career Progression
- Landscape Architect
- Horticultural Technician
- Commercial Grower
- Farm Manager
- Nursery Manager
The demand for horticultural professionals is expected to rise due to increasing population growth, expanding urbanization, and growing consumer interest in sustainable food production and healthy living spaces. This trend creates a favorable environment for individuals pursuing horticulture careers.