Course summary

The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire. The Foundation Certificate in Horticulture covers key aspects of modern horticulture. The course is suitable for anyone relatively new to horticulture, who wants a career in this challenging and exciting industry or for those currently working in horticulture who wants to expand their knowledge. The course has three key strands – plant production, plant use and plant science, giving you a broad foundation knowledge. You can build skills in plant identification and interpretation, appreciate the essentials of plant and soil science, undertake plant production and explore plant use within the amenity environment. The development of work related practical skills and experiences is an integral part of the Foundation certificate course at all levels with a dedicated module covering work skills including relevant visits allow the opportunity to engage with professional horticulturalists and gain insight into industry working practices. Throughout the course you will develop academic skills in written and verbal communication.