City and Guilds 90-Credit Diploma in Horticulture (Land-based Services) Level 3

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City and Guilds 90-Credit Diploma in Horticulture (Land-based Services) Level 3

Chichester College
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This is a 9 unit course on the theory and practice of horticulture. It is taught in a realistic working environment at Brinsbury. It is designed to give you skills relevant to working in the vibrant horticulture industry, in areas such as landscaping, plant production, science, management, greenkeeping and groundsmanship. There are many opportunities to get involved in practical projects both at the campus and beyond, including Gold Medal winning show teams and designers. Five Reasons to Study this Course at Chichester 1. Horticulture is West Sussexs second biggest industry 2. The course provides a wide range of applicable skills 3. Brinsbury are the current Young Gardeners of the Year! 4. G…

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This is a 9 unit course on the theory and practice of horticulture. It is taught in a realistic working environment at Brinsbury. It is designed to give you skills relevant to working in the vibrant horticulture industry, in areas such as landscaping, plant production, science, management, greenkeeping and groundsmanship. There are many opportunities to get involved in practical projects both at the campus and beyond, including Gold Medal winning show teams and designers. Five Reasons to Study this Course at Chichester 1. Horticulture is West Sussexs second biggest industry 2. The course provides a wide range of applicable skills 3. Brinsbury are the current Young Gardeners of the Year! 4. Great opportunities for practical experience 5. Excellent and knowledgeable teachers and staff What will I Study? There are 9 units on the course, including Plant and Soil Science, Business, Work experience, Structures and surfaces, Turf, Surveying, Walls and Timber structures. There are a number of other units available. These subjects will be taught in an interactive manner, with constant reference to practical skills and topical subjects in horticulture. You will gain knowledge of relevant practical techniques, plant identification and aspects of design. How will I be Taught? The course will be delivered via a range of methods. Classroom based units will be taught using the latest technology, including distance learning methods for extra work at home. Practical units will be taught in realistic learning environments using both traditional and contemporary techniques. the department has good facilities and equipment and the course also makes use of practical projects locally. How will I be Assessed? Units are assessed by a range of methods, including both written and practical assessments. There is a research-based project and a work experience unit that is assessed by a work-diary. There are no written exams on this course. What our students say? "At the beginning of the year we never though we would be Gold Medal winners and meet Prince Charles!" " The course offers a wide range of experiences, and opportunities to make contacts and develop new ideas" "The landscaping skills will help me get out and start my own business"
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