Course summary
Weymouth and Kingston Maurward College, brings together two Further and Higher Education colleges to make one strong, responsive and ambitious organisation with the vision, resources and expertise to best support the evolving and growing skills demands in the region and beyond. Located on the stunning Jurassic Coast and the beautiful Dorset countryside, our campuses offer a diverse range of courses, training and CPD that cater to a wide array of interests, career paths and business needs. Across our two campuses we offer full and part-time higher education courses, with Weymouth focussing on vocational courses such as art, media, performing arts, health and social care, sport and public services and Kingston Maurward specialising in land-based courses covering subjects such as agriculture, wildlife, ecology and conservation. Together, we focus on the best interests of students, staff and employers in our local community and beyond, with industry-standard facilities, experienced teaching staff and outstanding support in a diverse, vibrant and welcoming environment. This Diploma in Higher Education course is validated by the Open University (subject to validation) and is delivered on our Kingston Maurward campus. This Diploma in Higher Education is a 2-year programme that aims to develop the art and the science of managing gardens and designed landscapes to enhance ecological diversity in both gardens and in the surrounding environment. The programme will cover key aspects of horticulture and garden management. It aims to do so using the application of ecological principles, sustainable planting design, biodiversity approaches to pest and disease in plants and understanding the role of gardens, horticulture and landscape management in community and well-being. The programme aims to develop more sustainable and ecological approaches managing gardens, plant collections and landscapes through three key themes:
- Horticultural Knowledge and application
- Principles of Ecology and Sustainability
- The Value of Gardens and Landscapes
Modules
Year 1 Plant Knowledge Applied Horticultural Science Horticultural Ecology Planting Design Food security, Human Health and Climate resilience Entomology and Mycology Study and Research Skills Year 2 Living Plant Collections Garden Management Sustainable and Ecological Landscapes Land Use of Policy Public and Stakeholder Engagement Specialist Research Project
Assessment method
Assessments include written assessments, presentations, portfolios and practical assessments. Assessments are designed to be 'authentic', in that they will use application from real sites and scenarios, as well as data collections and site surveys from site on campus and other local sites.
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:
- D405
- Institution code:
- W66
- Campus name:
- Kingston Maurward Campus
- Campus code:
- K
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 48 points
A level - A
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP
Access to HE Diploma - P: 45 credits
The programme is highly suitable for applicants who have studied RHS qualifications at Level 2 and Level 3.
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
https://ols.kmc.ac.uk/WCFWebSite/KMC_OnlineServices/coursedetail.aspx?id=1000096355506
Additional entry requirements
Other
Applicants are recommended to gain experience of horticulture before entry to the programme, if their current programme of study (e.g. A Levels) does not provide this.
English language requirements
International applications would also be considered, with relevant subject qualification and experience. Alongside this would be an expectation of IELTS average of 5.5. Potentially suitable students may be interviewed so that their interest, motivation and academic suitability can be assessed.
https://ols.kmc.ac.uk/WCFWebSite/KMC_OnlineServices/coursedetail.aspx?id=1000096355506
https://ols.kmc.ac.uk/WCFWebSite/KMC_OnlineServices/coursedetail.aspx?id=1000096355506
Student Outcomes
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Employment after 15 months (Most common jobs)
Go onto work and study
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £6500* | Year 1 |
| England | £6500* | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £6500* | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £6500* | Year 1 |
| Wales | £6500* | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £6500* | Year 1 |
| Republic of Ireland | £6500* | Year 1 |
| International | £9700* | Year 1 |
*This is a provisional fee and subject to change.
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
NOTE: Tuition fees may be reviewed and will be updated mid-October 2024 to reflect possible changes.
Provider information
Weymouth and Kingston Maurward College
Cranford Avenue
Weymouth
DT4 7LQ