Full Time HND Landscape Construction & Garden Design

HND Landscape Construction & Garden Design

Campus: Pencoed

UCAS Code: GLAM G14, Course Code: 002K - Campus A.

Length of Course: 2 years

Course Description: This course develops the academic base of vocational training and provides Higher Education training for those seeking a career change or development within the Landscape Design Industry. Students will also gain a sound scientific background as part of the course along with specialised vocational module delivery.

Students will study a selection of modules. Full-time students will complete 12 modules in the time period given.

Entry Requirements:

• 40 UCAS points from an A2 or 12 unit NVQ programme or
• Merit at National Diploma with 4 GCSE passes at grade C or above. Equivalent international qualifications are acceptable.
• Mature student entry assessed individually by interview.

Progression/Career Opportunities: Progress onto a degree course or enter employment. Students typically follow one of the following routes:

• Start up own business
• Landscape Architecture
• Local Authority roles
• Garden Designer
• Horticultural Therapy
• Instructor

These opportunities are available across South Wales, the UK and Europe.

Did you know? Horticulture and landscape has been the biggest employment route across Europe for several years and there is a great shortage of qualified personnel. Employment opportunities also exist in New Zealand, Australia and Canada.