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Arboriculture and Tree Management at University Centre Myerscough - UCAS

University Centre Myerscough

Degree level: Undergraduate
Awarded by: University of Central Lancashire

Arboriculture and Tree Management

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Course summary

Students will gain an understanding of the importance of tree biomechanics to tree stability and the social, environmental, economic and aesthetic benefits of trees. Issues of environmental sustainability are emphasised throughout the course. This course has been fully accredited by the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) and on completion of the course the student is eligible to apply for Professional Membership of the ICF.

Modules

Year 1 - Dendrology; Arboricultural Practices; Academic and Vocational Skills; Essential Plant and Soil Science; Applied Tree Biology, Tree Production; Establishment and Biosecurity Year 2 - Pests, Diseases and Weeds; Environmental Plant Physiology; Industry Project; Tree Management and the Law; Woodland and Veteran Tree Management; Research Methods OR Business Development and Planning


How to apply

Application codes

Please select a course option – you will then see the application code you need to use to apply for the course.

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2

Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

Normally 5 GCSEs Including Maths and English (or equivalents) are required, however, applicants are advised to check with the University Centre if they do not possess the specific qualifications. The University Centre may consider applicants with work experience within a relevant industry in place of some qualifications. Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) will be considered on an individual basis. If you have any queries in relation to entry qualifications, then please contact the University Centre directly.

Additional entry requirements

Interview

You may be required to attend an interview and will be contacted directly if this is the case.


English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent.

Student Outcomes

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

Republic of Ireland £9250 Year 1
EU £14500 Year 1
England £9250 Year 1
Northern Ireland £9250 Year 1
Scotland £9250 Year 1
Wales £9250 Year 1
Channel Islands £9250 Year 1
International £14500 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

Additional costs for items that are essential for the course include: chainsaw boots and trousers - £250 approximately. Additional costs for opportunities and items that are optional for the course include: assessments for Industry Certificate of Competence - £700 approximately.
Arboriculture and Tree Management at University Centre Myerscough - UCAS