Course Summary
Course Category: PLC (Further Education - FET) - Apply directly to College
This Horticulture course offers students the opportunity to explore the varied aspects of Plant Identification, Soil Science, Plant Science, Landscape Construction, Design and all aspects of Horticulture.
Over the year, by combining classroom and practical elements, students will develop and enhance their knowledge and will acquire the skills required to start a career in the expanding area of Horticulture and the Green Economy or to progress on to further education.
Course Details
This course prepares you for working in the following Career Sectors:
What will you study?
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Plant Identification and Use (5N2527)
Plant Science (5N2528)
Soil Science and Growing Media (5N2530)
Plant Protection (5N2546)
Ornamental Horticulture (5N2548)
Work Practice (5N1433)
Garden Design (6N4089)
Landscape Construction & Maintenance (5N1908)
Communications (5N0690)
Biodiversity & the Natural Environment (5N2553)
Plant Propagation (5N2547)
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
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.
Further Research
Career Progression
This course offers exciting opportunities for those wishing to broaden their knowledge and skills in Horticulture and Garden Design. Extensive job opportunities are consistently available to skilled graduates in the business and service sectors of the industry.
The course will empower learners to confidently seek secure, long-term positions in this thriving, relevant and rewarding field.