Government Funded Agriculture courses Scotland

...The aim of the HNC course is to provide you with a husbandry-based programme in production agriculture which, in combination with practical experience and guidance from a manager, will enable you to undertake the running of a farm enterprise... More

...This qualification will take between l to 2 years to achieve. The theory work and lecture attendance are confined to the winter period. Classes normally... More

...and Controlling, Common Pests and Diseases 1. Identify the presence of common pests and diseases 2. Assist with controlling common pests and diseases... More

...the safe and responsible application of pesticides. Course review: Pesticide Foundation Module - PA1 A one day course providing training only on the Pesticide... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

...Full-time Part-time Day-release Possible Progression Routes: HND Horticulture Employment in various sectors of the Land-based Industries... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

...The aim of the HND course is to provide you with a vocational programme based on the skills and knowledge required for employment at supervisory/junior managerial level within the agricultural industry and for self-employment in farming or other land-based sectors... More

...the risk of these * Work and discussion on the reasons for growing the selected crop * Work and discussion on the basic requirements for growth of the selected... More

...Pesticide Application -Three day PA1 PA6 in Scotland Revision and Test The course is designed to help the student gain the knowledge and skills necessary... Learn about: Crop Science, Plant Science... More

...Designed for those seeking a career in various sectors of Land-based Industries. HND Horticulture Course Summary: Designed for those seeking a career... Learn about: Crop Science, Plant Science... More

..., agricultural energy efficiency and pollution control, with a choice of elective subjects ranging from renewable energy and specialised field crops to the quality... Learn about: Agricultural Science... More

...Designed as an introduction for those who may consider a career in the land-based industries. SVQ Horticulture Level 1 Course Summary: Designed as an introduction... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

...What Will I Learn You will learn plant identification, plant uses, soil management, plant protection, business management , nursery production... More

...This course is mainly work-based with college attendance to enhance theory, practical techniques and skills. Course Content: Established and Maintain... Learn about: Crop Science, Plant Science... More

...What Will I Learn In year one you will follow the HNC Horticulture. In year two, modules include Advanced Plant Propagation, Hardy Ornamental Nursery Stock Production... More

...Designed for those employed in the horticulture or landscape industry at a supervisory level. A mainly work-based course with college attendance to enhance theory... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

...How Will I Learn You will have your own garden plot in year one and undertake a specialist project in an area of particular interest to you in year... More

...Designed for those wishing to pursue a career in Horticulture. HNC Horticulture Course Summary: Designed for those wishing to pursue a career in Horticulture... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

...This full-time course is suitable for anyone who has a serious interest in the care and welfare of animals and who wishes to gain the knowledge necessary... Learn about: Animal Care... More

...comprised of a combination of theoretical and some practical elements. You will also be expected to undertake self study and complete a number of written assignments and assessments... Learn about: Animal Care... More

...successful completion of this course, students may join year two of the HND or BA/BA (Hons) Rural Business Management... Learn about: IT Management, Business and Management... More