Turfgrass Science and Management (FYDE) Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Lancashire. This course is a top-up degree for applicants who already hold an FdSc or HND in Sportsturf or a closely related plant or soil science-based discipline. The course consists of the modules that also form the Final Year of a full-time three-year BSc (Hons) degree and so completing these Level 6 modules allows a student to top up their previous Level 5 qualification to a Level 6 BSc (Hons).

The On-line final year direct entry BSc (Hons) Degree in Turfgrass Science and Management is designed to enable students to achieve a full honours degree qualification in Turfgrass Science and Management through part-time study at a distance from the host educational establishment. High levels of employment within the sportsturf industry in management, research and consultancy levels mitigate against traditional modes of attendance for those currently employed and this qualification, linked with this form of delivery, will help to overcome this barrier to access and participation.

The On-line final year direct entry BSc (Hons) Degree in Turfgrass Science and Management offered by University Centre Myerscough is the first of its type and makes the honours degree accessible to students regardless of location or nationality. It provides the opportunity to study from wherever the candidate is based and has access to the internet.

The course covers high levels of technical knowledge in science, management, and technology across a range of sportsturf issues and applies current research to develop a strategic approach to the management of all sportsturf surface types. The course will develop a detailed knowledge and analytical thinking for sportsturf management issues such as planning and development of sportsturf constructions, contract management and management of sportsturf areas. The course also aims to develop transferable and personal skills that are important for employers at this level, including communication, time management, work prioritisation, critical analysis and report writing. The course is focused on web-based learning material on the University Centre Myerscough on-line learning network. On-line tutorials are an important element of the course, enabling students from a wide geographic area to gain an Honours Degree qualification without having to live in close proximity to the College.

Two Level 5 Bridging Modules must be completed prior to the commencement of this course (delivered on-line in Semester 1 from September):

* Research Methods

* Environmental Plant Physiology