Government Funded Agriculture courses Scotland

...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...

...Suitable for: Anyone looking to become certified in the safe application of pesticides Anyone looking to become certified in the safe application of pesticides... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science...

...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...

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

...Continuous, with a mix of practical and theoretical assessments Final examination Duration: 1 year (August - June) Attendance: Rutherglen Campus... Learn about: Plant Science, Crop Science...

...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...

...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...

...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...

...SVQ level 2 is designed for those looking to enhance their theory, practical techniques and skill levels in amenity horticulture. Structure of the...

...and plant physiology. Practical work will include horticultural techniques for plant propagation and the growing on of plants, garden maintenance...

...1 year (August - June) Attendance: Rutherglen Campus: Full-time Part-time Day-release Possible Progression Routes: BSc Horticulture Employment in various... Learn about: Crop Science, Plant Science...

...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...

...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...

...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...

...practical techniques and skills. SVQ Horticulture: Amenity Level 2 Course Summary: Designed for those employed in the Horticulture or Landscape Industry... Learn about: Crop Science, Plant Science...

...be possible on completion of the two year HND programme... Learn about: Animal Care...

...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...

...Progression Opportunities: Progression to HND year 2 is at the discretion of the college. Progression to years 1or 2 of a degree course may be possible... Learn about: Animal Care...

...but with specific reference to rural business. Rural business is a key contributor to the UK economy, and career opportunities are diverse. What Will... Learn about: IT Management, Business and Management...

..., 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...