FdSc Soil Science is a programme designed to train a new wave of soil practitioners and researchers focused on the ability for soil function and health to bring environmental, social and economic benefits.
Our earth is changing, amid the continuing ecological crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, erosion, air, water and soil pollution, we are also facing a future that demands more provision from less viable land as the worlds soils become increasingly depleted. This does not need to be the future we live, through the application of science and ecological principles w...
FdSc Soil Science is a programme designed to train a new wave of soil practitioners and researchers focused on the ability for soil function and health to bring environmental, social and economic benefits.<br/><br/>Our earth is changing, amid the continuing ecological crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, erosion, air, water and soil pollution, we are also facing a future that demands more provision from less viable land as the worlds soils become increasingly depleted. This does not need to be the future we live, through the application of science and ecological principles we can generate positive change and enhancement of the natural environment.<br/><br/>Located at Cornwall’s Eden Project, the University Centre Eden offers a suite of higher education qualifications across a variety of land based sectors to include: Horticulture, Plant Science, Soil Science, Ecology and Garden and Landscape Design. Taught by expert trainers and awarded by the University of Plymouth creates a unique opportunity for those wishing to make the world a better place.<br/><br/>**Progression**<br/>BSc Environmental Resource Management BSc Horticulture (Plant Science)
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
09/2025
Campus
Cornwall College University Centre at the Eden Project
29 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
SOIL
Institution Code
C78
Points of Entry
Year 1
64 UCAS Tariff points
64 UCAS Tariff points from Highers/Advanced Highers
Achieve 45 credits at level 3 in an appropriate subject
24
To contain some science based subjects
MPP
In an appropriate subject area
Grade 4/C or above in English, maths and Science
64 UCAS Tariff points from A2 level in appropriate subjects
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands, International | £16,500 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |