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

...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... More

...SVQ level 1 is designed as an introduction to for those seeking a career in the land based industry Structure of the SVQ Assessments are mainly based... More

...Course Content Legislation relevant to pesticide usage Product label interpretation Protective clothing and personal safety Preparing pesticides for... 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

...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

...Suitable for: SVQ level 2 is designed for those looking to enhance their theory, practical techniques and skill levels in amenity horticulture. SVQ level... 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: Crop Science, Plant Science... 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

..., 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

...for those who may consider a career in the land-based industries. Course Content: Plant and Maintain a Range of Plants Maintain Structures and Surfaces... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

...You will undertake a project in an area of special interest to you, and there is usually an optional study tour. Progression Opportunities Upon successful... More

...Rutherglen Campus: Day-release Possible Progression Routes: SVQ Horticulture: Amenity Level 3 Enhanced employment opportunities... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science... More

...You will also be introduced to the different sectors of the industry including nursery production, maintenance of gardens and green-space, and plant retailing... More

...Work and college based continuous assessment No final examination Duration: Flexible but normally within 1 year Attendance: Rutherglen Campus... 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

...to run a small animal related business of their own. What Will I Learn The main themes of the course include: Animals in Society Work Experience Applied... 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

...Study weekends for distance learning students allow the opportunity for group work and for visits to relevant industries. Progression Opportunities... Learn about: IT Management, Business and Management... More