15Jun
UndergraduateCourse summary
Technology is progressing rapidly and will change the skills needed by the workforce across the horticulture and agricultural sector over the next decade. Adapting to climate change, improving biodiversity and resource use will require new approaches and strategies for management of horticultural sites. Horticulture is a vast and diverse sector which covers such areas as production horticulture, fruit and vegetable- both protected and outdoors, ornamental and amenity flower and plant production, grass maintenance for amenity, sports and golf courses, landscaping and garden maintenance, public, historic and botanical gardens and garden retail. This two-year full time foundation degree will enable you to develop skills, knowledge and understanding of the theoretical aspects of the subject areas as well as the current and future proofed skills needed to progress to a career in the diverse horticulture industry. The course highlights include:
- Study the foundations of plant health and development
- Learn how to grow plants in a sustainable way
- Learn how to manage a thriving business
- Analyse technological innovations and evaluate sustainable practices
Modules
Year 1 Students are required to study the following compulsory modules: • Introduction to Business Management (15 credits) • Understanding Soils and Plants for Effective Management (30 credits) • Data Driven Decision Making (15 credits) • Industry Investigation (15 credits) • Management of Practical Horticultural Operations (30 credits) • Study and Research Skills (15 credits) Year 2 Students are required to study the following compulsory modules: • Growing Systems (15 credits) • Natural Resource Management (15 credits) • Technological Integration in Horticulture (15 credits) • Horticultural Site Management (15 credits) • Work Placement (30 credits) • Applied Business and Marketing (15 credits) • Independent Enquiry (15 credits)
Assessment method
Students are assessed through a combination of assessment methods depending on the modules chosen. Each course has formal assessments which count towards your grade. Some courses may also include 'practice' assignments, which help you monitor progress and do not count towards your final grade.
Qualified teacher status (QTS)
To work as a teacher at a state school in England or Wales, you will need to achieve qualified teacher status (QTS). This is offered on this course for the following level:
- Course does not award QTS
How to apply
31Jan
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- P800
- Institution code:
- P59
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 56 points
A level - BC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMP
Access to HE Diploma
We will also consider: • Alternative qualifications at Level 3, such as OCR Cambridge Technicals, AQA Tech-level, and Access to Science.
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9000 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9000 | Year 1 |
| EU | £12000 | Year 1 |
| International | £12000 | Year 1 |
Additional fee information
International fees apply for international students, please contact the provider.
Provider information
Plumpton College
Ditchling Road
Lewes
BN7 3AE