Course description
Explore the science of plants and plant adaptation with our Level 2 Certificate at Writtle College. Our course is accredited by the Royal Horticultural Society.
As a student at Writtle College, you’ll learn how plants function, and ways to support plant health and nutrition.
You’ll also explore a range of planting styles, and how plants can help to create habitats that encourage biodiversity.
We’ll also look at the role that horticulture can play in promoting wellbeing and a sense of community.
This Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development can prepare you for a career in a growing industry.
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Suitability - Who should attend?
There are no formal entry requirements for this course but a keen interest in horticulture is crucial.
Training Course Content
Mandatory units
- Plant Science 1
- Plant Health
- Plant Nutrition
- Plant Specification
- Plant Science 2
- Planting Styles
- Horticulture and Society
- Biodiversity
Course delivery details
This course is divided into two mandatory units, each containing four topics that cover elements of practical horticulture.
- Unit 1:Plant Science 1; Plant Health; Plant Nutrition; Plant Specification.
- Unit 2:Plant Science 2; Planting Styles; Horticulture and Society; Biodiversity.
Units/topics are subject to change and availability.
Assessment
Each unit is assessed by a written exam covering all the specified learning outcomes.
Why choose Writtle University College
Ranked Top University-Sector Institution in East Anglia for overall student satisfaction!
*Based on NSS 2022 Based on Taught Data
Beautiful rural campus situated close to the city of Chelmsford, 40 minutes from London and the coast.
Expenses
Fee: £1,246 Students over 19 starting 2023/24 (part-time)
Continuing Studies
Careers and educational progression
This Level 2 qualification can help you start a career in horticulture. You could find yourself working in historical and botanical gardens, landscape management, country parks, recreation and golf courses. There are also opportunities in commercial horticulture, such as growing food crops, ornamental crops, hardy nursery stock production, floriculture and retailing.
It’s also a foundation for further training, including the RHS Level 2 Certificate in Practical Horticulture at Writtle College.
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