7Jun
UndergraduateAnglia Ruskin University has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Get extensive experience through hands-on learning while discovering the science behind plants and their importance to our planet. Our course is ideal if you want to explore different areas of horticulture, and understand the impact of horticulture and plants. You’ll have access to an extensive plant collection on campus, take part in visits to parks and gardens, and gain experience of commercial trial work. We’ll also encourage you to undertake a summer placement during your course, to further develop your practical skills and knowledge. ARU in Writtle has an established reputation as an educator of horticulturists, and our degree is endorsed by the Chartered Institute of Horticulture – the organisation that represents the horticulture profession. As a graduate, you’ll have a good range of practical horticultural and business skills and be ready to make a start on your career. As well as our 3-year full-time degree (6 years part-time), you have the option of studying over 4 years including a foundation year.
Modules
Year 1: Graduate, Professional Skills, Principles of Sustainable Development, Landscape Principles and Practice, Biological Processes, Climate Soils and Land Use, Plant Propagation, Growth and Production. Year 2: Academic and Professional Development, Political and Economic Contexts, Environmental Management, Plant Physiology, Fresh Produce Production, Arboriculture, Plants in Urban Environments, International Value Chain A, International Value Chain B, International Value Chain C. Year 3: Dissertation, Natural Resource Management, Community Horticulture, Contemporary Urban Landscapes, Crop Management and Technologies, Global Trends in Production, International Trade and Markets.
Assessment method
Students are assessed in a number of ways including case study projects, laboratory reports, essays and technical reports, examinations – both multiple choice and essay questions, presentations – both individually and in small groups, practical assessments, debates, seminars, and a dissertation.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- D410
- Institution code:
- A60
- Campus name:
- Writtle Campus
- Campus code:
- W
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 96 points
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MMM
Access to HE Diploma
Scottish Higher
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 24 points
Extended Project
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)
Additional entry requirements
Other
The entry requirements listed represent typical offers for some of the most popular courses. We use the UCAS tariff when making offers and to determine whether you have met the conditions of our offer. Applicants are selected on their individual merits and offers can vary. We have an inclusive Admissions policy which recognises a broad range of qualifications, both academic and vocational and take into account relevant practical skills. Applicants studying a mixture of qualifications (e.g. A Level with BTEC, Advanced Technical Diplomas) are also warmly welcomed. Please contact our undergraduate Admissions Team for further advice on our entry requirements. Telephone: +44 (0)1245 424200 Email: [email protected]
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9535 | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £9535 | Year 1 |
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
https://www.aru.ac.uk/student-life/preparing-for-study/help-with-finances/undergraduate
https://www.aru.ac.uk/study/tuition-fees
Provider information
Anglia Ruskin University
East Road
Cambridge
CB1 1PT