NVQ Amenity Horticulture Level 3

NVQ Amenity Horticulture
Level 3

Programme Code: SL3HN
Awarding Body: City and Guilds
Related Programme Areas: HORTICULTURE
GARDENING
CROP PRODUCTION

Who is the programme for? This programme is for people already in the industry who wish to further their career prospects and gain a higher qualfication.

What will I study? You can choose to specialise in one of the following programmes of study: * sports turf option * decorative option * hard landscape option If you are under 19 when you join this programme, and are studying on a full-time basis, you will need to put together an "Individual Learning Plan" as part of Curriculum 2000. Please enquire at Student Services or with your tutor for further details.

Entry to the Programme?

How is it assessed? Assessments are continuous and are undertaken in such a way that students are allowed to work at their own pace. There are no written examinations at the end of the programme as it is practically based.

Future prospects? Upon successful completion of the programme you could progress to study Amenity Horticulture at Level 4 and the City and Guilds 730 Teaching Certificate, with a veiw to teaching Horticulture part-time. Employment opportunities include working at sports grounds, parks and gardens or working as a landscape gardener etc.

When will the programme start? You can enrol on this programme at any time of the year.

How long will it take? You can choose to attend from one of the following: 1 day per week over 72 weeks or 2 evenings per week over 72 weeks

What about the Money? If you are under 19 on 31st August 2009 you will not have to pay tuition or registration fees. If you are over 19 years of age

How do I apply? For further details

Campus Address: Newton Campus