Part time RHS Diploma in Horticulture HR012

RHS Diploma in Horticulture HR012
QualificationRHS (Level 3) Diploma in Horticulture
Qualification Level
Level : 3
What do these levels mean?

Duration :1 evening per week for 34 weeks

Times :34 x Thursday
6.30 pm ' 9.00 pm (17 weeks/module)

Dates :Module G: 10.09.09 ' 28.01.10
Module I: 11.02.10 ' 21.07.10

Run by : Horticulture Department.
Tutor : Chris Hunter

Awarding Body
Royal Horticultural Society

Is it right for me?
This much prized qualification is the next step after the Advanced Certificate and is intended for those people wishing to gain a higher qualification. It is also a required entry qualification for those wishing to gain the RHS Master of Horticulture. The full programme of 4 modules (3 theory and 1 practical) takes one and a half academic years, but modules can be spread out to suit individual requirements.

**Agreement to sit the final examinations is a requirement of enrolment.**

What qualifications will I need?
RHS Advanced Certificate in Horticulture. Tetanus protection is recommended.

What will I be learning about?
Module D ' Restoring established gardens, design and construction of ornamental gardens
Module F ' Ecology and environment, resource management
Module H ' Practical (on Saturdays)
Module G ' Genetics, plant physiology

What is involved?
3 theory modules of 17 weeks each over 18 months plus one practical module

Where will it take me?
This qualification offers good career opportunities in the horticultural industry.

What materials are required?
Basic stationery. Suitable outdoor clothing for practicals.

What is next?
RHS Master of Horticulture (The RHS Diploma is a required entry qualification).

How will I be assessed?
Examinations available February and July.
Practicals in July

How much will it cost?
£325 is per module. The course will include 6 Saturdays for practical sessions ' dates to be confirmed

Money Matters
Notes
Please contact the tutor before enrolling.