Agriculture courses Scotland

...Our research is centred on exploring how plants respond to their environment to regulate nutrition, water homeostasis, metabolism and various aspects of plant development... Learn about: IT Development, Plant Science...

...Storage of pesticides Safe transport Disposal of containers, surplus product, dilute mixtures and sprayer washings Action in the event of accidental contamination...

...Planting, Maintenance, Felling, Chainsaw Use and Maintenance. NQ Tree Surgery Are you looking for a career in the Forestry, Tree Surgery or Arboriculture?...

...You'll also gain the ability to appraise research information and apply it to sustainable agricultural practice. The course is offered on a part-time distance... Learn about: Project work, Part Time...

...Chainsaw users who want training in how to fell small trees Chainsaw users who want training in how to fell small trees Basic Felling Techniques (200mm)...

...to the full range of academic disciplines and professional contexts available within one of the world’s leading research universities. Our MPhil and PhD... Learn about: Artistic media, Arts and Humanities...

...and consumers are becoming increasingly concerned about the quality and safety of food and its production methods. Issues such as animal welfare...

...Progression to second or third year of degree courses may be possible on completion of the two year HND programme... Learn about: Animal Care, Full Time...

...Classes normally run from October until March. These usually consist of 1 day per week day release at GOSTA Practical requirements are met from the workplace...

...to sustainable development with a mixture of exams and continuous assessment. In the second half of the programme the focus is more on applying knowledge...

...This includes tissue culture facilities, a ‘gene-gun’ for genetically transforming plant cells, and plant growth rooms. Our focus is on fundamental and... Learn about: Genetic engineering, Molecular Biology...

...Topics covered are varied: recent Honours Projects have included investigations into potential biocontrol agents against potato blight, the effects...

...skill required for the competent safe use of a brushcutter, clearing saw or trimmer. The assessment is divided into four units: Unit 1 Maintain the Brushcutter/Clearing Saw/Trimmer...

...seminars and project work, although the relevant balance varies as you progress through the programme. The Programme includes a week-long residential field...

...The training is in line with National Proficiency Test Council units CS30, CS31 & CS36. NPTC testing can be arranged for candidates wishing to follow the NPTC blue book route...

...leadership and management skills and will include the setting of personal goals for career progression and identifying relevant CPD opportunities... Learn about: Project Management, IT Project Management...

...Competence in Hedge Strimmer use. Suitable for: Those whose job requires Hedge Strimmer use Those whose job requires Hedge Strimmer use Hedge Strimmers...

...tutorials, seminars and project work although the balance of teaching methods varies throughout the programme. Courses are assessed through coursework and formal written examinations...

...Basic Chainsaw Maintenace and Cross Cutting Leading to NPTC Assessment...

...nutrition and disease control, soil science, crop nutrition, breeding and protection, agricultural energy efficiency and pollution control, with a choice... Learn about: Agricultural Science...