Horticulture Diploma Level 3

A Level

In Birmingham

up to £ 100

Description

  • Type

    A Level

  • Location

    Birmingham

This course provides a broad grounding in horticulture with a wide range of skills and background knowledge and an emphasis on practical knowledge. It is delivered at our campus within Birmingham Botanical Gardens, Edgbaston. You will learn a wide range of technical skills, working with specialised and highly experienced staff. Topics include completing a project in the land based sector, business management in the land-based sector, understanding the principles of plant science and the principles of soil science.

Facilities

Location

Start date

Birmingham (West Midlands)
Aston Triangle, B4 7ET

Start date

On request

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Subjects

  • Staff
  • IT
  • Horticulture

Course programme

Entry Requirements

You will need 4 GCSEs at grade C or above including maths and English or a Level 2 Diploma in Horticulture. A keen interest in gardening and the outdoors is essential.

Delivery and Assessment

This course is assessed through a combination of practical hands on activities and written theory work to demonstrate your knowledge.

Progression

You can progress onto a university level course in a range of topics or enter employment as a trainee manager working in gardening, landscaping or grounds keeping

Career Opportunities

  • Garden and Landscape Designers
  • Ornamental Plant Growers
  • Garden Centre Staff/Managers
  • Greenkeepers/Groundsmen
  • Soil Scientists
  • Commercial Growers
  • Horticulture Consultants

Horticulture Diploma Level 3

up to £ 100