Foundation Certificate Professional Floristry and Floral Design (Online)

Foundation Certificate Professional Floristry and Floral Design

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Award Type:

Foundation Certificate

Level:

Undergraduate

Study Modes available:

Part-time (Blended Learning)

Delivery Method:

Blended

Course length:

Between 18 months and 2 years part-time

UCAS Code:

N/A

Venue:

Myerscough College, Preston

Start Month:

September

Entry Requirements:

120 UCAS Tariff points from one of the following:

• 2 A-levels (at least one at C)
• BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma at PPP
• BTEC Level 3 Diploma at MP
• 2 Scottish Highers at minimum C or above
• 3 Irish Highers at minimum C or above
• NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline
• International Baccalaureate Diploma at 24 points

AS levels and Scottish Intermediate 2s may be used to contribute to entry requirements but they are not sufficient for entry on their own. Alternative equivalent qualifications will also be considered positively.

Consideration will be given to non-traditional qualifications and relevant work experience. Applicants are encouraged to produce evidence of their potential to benefit from the course. Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) for certain modules will be considered on an individual basis.

Applicants who do not hold a Level 3 qualification but have extensive relevant experience may be offered opportunity to undertake a pre-entry assignment to demonstrate ability to study at the required level.

Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent.

All offers may be subject to successful interview.

Course Description:

The Foundation Degree, awarded by the University of Central Lancashire, is a step forward for the floral designer, designed as an introduction to commercial aspects of floral design at a professional standard- traditional, period, contemporary and experimental designs. Incorporated within these designs are the latest trends in manipulation of fresh plant material and experimental designs using modern decorative accessories.

Specialist design modules include; historical, sympathy and professional floristry design. You will also develop knowledge of essential professional floristry techniques, business management for small enterprises, and research methods for the design industries. Students are given the opportunity to develop their skills for industry and work on many live briefs to develop a varied and specialist portfolio throughout the course.

Course Content

Work Skills Development

This module provides students with first-hand experience where students will use their industry environment to develop practical and technical skills. Students will record and reflect on their own personal development during the module.

Professional Floristry

This module is a largely practical one. The student will develop professional commercial skills in the design and construction of a range of commercial floral pieces. Native floral design styles, influences and key floral designers will be studied. Students will develop a portfolio of the design work completed in the first year of the course. The student will gain experience in presenting and in communicating their knowledge.

Floristry Workroom Management

The basic principles involved in preparation, care, conditioning, installation, storage and maintenance of flower and plant material and floristry products is studied. A working knowledge of plant identification will be gained. Sustainability, countries of production and Health and Safety policies within the floristry industry will also be covered.

Historical Floral Design (half module)

The aim of this module is to give the student an introduction to historical developments in floristry and floral design. The use of flowers and foliages throughout the ages will be studied. The student will create a variety of practical pieces using traditional and modern construction methods. Students will also study period settings enabling them to create designs that are sympathetic in historical buildings.

Principles and Elements of Design (half module)

This is a very creative and inspiring module where the principles and elements of design are studied. This provides the student with the underpinning knowledge in design which will be applied to all other practical modules on the two year programme. The student will explore each of the principles and elements in practical sessions using a variety of mediums.

Floral Techniques and Concepts (half module)

The student will gain a repertoire of professional floristry techniques. Students will create a range of professional floral pieces to enable them to develop their understanding of principles and elements of design. The student will produce a working document to give them the confidence to accurately interpret different techniques and concepts.

Sympathy Floral Design (half module)

The student will be given an overview of the sympathy floral design industry. Students will gain practical experience in creating specialised funeral designs and the module will also cover communication with a variety of clients and building relationships with funeral directors.

Business Management

This module introduces key areas of management activity such as human resource management, leadership, marketing and finance to allow students to develop further knowledge and skills to improve future employability in land based industries.

Detailed Course Content

Student Handbook (2015 Entry)

Programme Specification and Handbook (2016 Entry)

Myerscough College Policies and Procedures

Assessment:

Portfolio design, sketchbook development, practical time constrained exercises, variety of working industry documents, team work and communication assessments.

Links with Professional Body:

The College works with the British Florist Association and National Association of Flower Arranging Societies.

Extra Costs:

Additional costs for items essential for this course include:

Floral Design Tools and Equipment - £350

Additional costs for opportunities and items that are optional for this course include:

Camera and Tablet - £200

Field Trips and Visits (including possible overseas trips) £750

Learning Environment:

Lectures, seminars and studio professional development, briefs and peer involvement. Students will also have access to Myerscough's virtual learning environment.

Additional Information:

Myerscough College hosts Floral Art & Design Exhibitions. Students studying the Foundation Certificate Professional Floristry and Floral Design course gain exhibition experience during this time.

Study tours are not an essential part of the course but in the past these have included:

· British Floral Association FleurEx Trade Show

· Holland Study Tour

· Covent Garden/London Study Tour

· Brugge ‘Winter Happenings’ Fleur Creatif Show

· Finland Cultural Exchange with sister college

· RHS Tatton Flower Show

· RHS Chelsea Flower Show

· Harrogate Spring & Autumn Flower Shows

· WorldSkills competitions

· World Association of Flower Arranging Societies Annual Show

· National Association of Flower Arranging Societies shows/club nights

· American Institute of Floral Design Annual Symposium – USA

· Hong Kong Flower Show

What do students think about this course?

“Teaching spaces are ideal for lectures and the more artistic design side”

“We are really happy that we have managed to secure extra floristry resources by running the weekly pop-up shop”

“Having business modules has really helped me put my idea of running my own business into practice”

“It’s hard work but it’s fun!”

Work Experience:

Students are encouraged to undertake relevant industry experience in a floristry or floral design enterprise. The course is structured to ensure that lectures are built around the peak periods of Christmas, Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day to enable students to gain real life experience at these times. There is no formal industrial placement on this course.

What are our graduates doing now?

Emma launched her own floristry business, ‘Willows Florist’ after completing the Foundation Certificate course. The variety of modules gave Emma a solid foundation in both design and entrepreneurial skills.

Sara continued her studies after completing the Foundation Certificate course with distinction. She went on to gain her Level 5 qualification, the Foundation Degree in Commercial Floral Design. During her studies Sara competed at RHS Chelsea and was awarded a Silver Medal. Sara is actively involved in NAFAS, runs her own freelance floristry business where she has gained contracts for celebrity clients.

What international opportunities are available?

Students have been offered the opportunity to work alongside international designers such as Per Benjamin, Tomas de Bruyne, Max van de Sluis, Marie-Francoise Deprez, Pim van den Akker.

Students may have the opportunity to study in the USA following their course as part of a placement with Ohio University.

Students have gained employment in a number of international hotel chains including Bermuda.

Progression:

Upon successful completion, students may be able to apply to progress to Foundation Degree in related subjects, for instance the FdA Professional Floristry and Floral Design course at Myerscough College.

What careers can you follow:

The floristry industry is reaching far beyond the confines of high street retailing – employment opportunities continue to grow. The course equips students to develop and specialise within the following practical and commercial areas in the floral design industry:

Examples of possible careers include:

• Florist/Shop Manager


• Freelance Floral Designer


• Window Dressing


• Floristry Instructing


• Buyer for Multi-national Stores


• Curator for Historical Home/Venues

You can now APPLY ONLINE using the links on the right

How To Apply

To apply for this course please select the coloured tab, relating to the centre you wish to study at, on the right hand side of this screen. You can save your progress if you prefer to do it in stages but you must complete all sections of the form.

Myerscough College - general contact details Address: Myerscough College, St Michael's Road, Bilsborrow, Preston
Lancashire PR3 0RY
Telephone:01995 642222 Email: enquiries@myerscough.ac.uk Individual Learning Requirements Prospective students who have a learning difficulty or disability that may affect their studies should inform the College as soon as possible so that reasonable adjustments can be initiated, as appropriate. Where necessary students will be asked for evidence to help identify appropriate adjustments. If students wish to apply for a Disabled Student Allowance they need to seek advice from Student Finance England (or equivalent) which funds this provision for Higher Education Students. Please note that DSA funding is not available on all courses.

Please note that the information provided in this fact sheet was accurate at the date of publication. However, courses are continually being modified and information is therefore subject to change.