
Soil Science FdSc
Course Overview - Soil Science FdSc
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/><strong>Progression</strong><br/>BSc Environmental Resource Management BSc Horticulture (Plant Science)
Course Information
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Course Details
Information
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
2 Years
Start Date
09/2026
Campus
Cornwall College University Centre at the Eden Project
Application Details
14 January
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
SOIL
Institution Code
C78
Points of Entry
Year 1
Entry Requirements
UCAS Tariff
64 UCAS Tariff points
Scottish Higher
64 UCAS Tariff points from Highers/Advanced Highers
Access to HE Diploma
Achieve 45 credits at level 3 in an appropriate subject
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
24
To contain some science based subjects
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
MPP
In an appropriate subject area
GCSE/National 4/National 5
Grade 4/C or above in English, maths and Science
A level
64 UCAS Tariff points from A2 level in appropriate subjects
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Fees and funding
Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
---|---|---|---|
EU, England, Northern Ireland, Scotland, Wales, Republic of Ireland | £9,535 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |
Channel Islands, International | £16,500 | 2025/26 | Year 1 |