Level 3 Diploma in Work-based Horticulture (Landscaping)

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Please refer to our website http://www.writtle.ac.uk for a summary of Level 3 Diploma in Work-based Horticulture (Landscaping) About the Course This intensive course is made up of 14 Level 3 units and will provide you with the opportunity to gain an advanced level horticultural qualification, which is highly regarded in the industry. This programme is ideal for those looking for a career change to the horticultural industry, or access to Higher Education. Areas of Study Horticultural skills, estate skills, plant and soil science, garden design, machinery, turf establishment and maintenance, landscape construction, decorative horticulture, plant use and knowledge, surveying, investigative project, business accounting and management. Work Placements You will begin your placement in July of your first year and complete by the end of October. Alternatively this can also be completed between September and end of July. The College has links with a network of employers, providing placement opportunities within all sectors of the horticultural industry. Method of Assessment Each unit studied comprises of four learning outcomes with pass, merit and distinction for each outcome. These are assessed using a wide variety of methods including practical observation, orals, multiple choice questions, written assessments, open book exams and formal written assessments. After Completion of Your Course... A top-up programme to achieve an Extended Diploma, or progress to a higher level qualification such as a degree in Horticulture, or work as a skilled horticulturist working for an organisation or in self-employment.

Course information

Name: Level 3 Diploma in Work-based Horticulture (Landscaping) Qualification title: Diploma in Work-based Horticulture (QCF) Qualification type: Assessment Awarding City and Guilds Land Based Services (Formerly NPTC) Created 20161213 11:58:40 Updated 20161213 11:58:40

Entry requirements

Equipment and materials required, if any, will be discussed at induction. Please see our website for more information. Equipment required Equipment and materials required, if any, will be discussed at induction. Please see our website for more information.

Provider

Writtle University College
admissions@writtle.ac.uk
01245 424200
http://www.writtle.ac.uk

Address

Lordships Road
Writtle Town: Chelmsford County:ESSEX

Learning aims

Title: Diploma in Work-based Horticulture (QCF) Qualification: Diploma in Work-based Horticulture (QCF) Classification: Agriculture, Horticulture and Animal Care

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