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Horticulture (Level 5)

South Lanarkshire College

Content

You'll learn the practical skills and knowledge for working in the horticulture industry including horticulture practices, maintaining green spaces, soft and hard landscaping, plant growth and development, plant protection and soil management. You'll learn through groupwork, lectures, industry visits and guest speakers.

Entry Requirements

Subjects at National 4, preferably including English and Maths; or relevant national qualifications at SCQF Level 4. Entry is based on successful performance at interview.

You will require a satisfactory criminal record check from Disclosure Scotland to show that you are suitable for this type of course. Contact Disclosure Scotland for details on the type you would need.

Progression Routes

HNC Horticulture

Start Date

August

Qualification

NC

Study Method

Full time

Course Length

1 year

Department

Horticulture

SCQF Level

5

Career Sectors

Agriculture

Aquaculture and Fishing

Arboriculture and Forestry

Earth Studies

Environmental and Rural Resource Management

Environmental Services

Horticulture and Landscaping

Work with Animals