The Horticulture industry contributes over £9 billion to the UK economy each year and employs over 300,000 people. Although many people associate Horticulture solely with food crops it is also an important tool for mitigating the effects of climate change via plant breeding, producing appropriate ornamental plants for urban greening and improving biodiversity. A general shortage of skilled people in industry ensures the job opportunities for graduates are both numerous and diverse. At SRUC we firmly believe that as well as having an in-depth and thorough knowledge of the horticultur...
The Horticulture industry contributes over £9 billion to the UK economy each year and employs over 300,000 people. Although many people associate Horticulture solely with food crops it is also an important tool for mitigating the effects of climate change via plant breeding, producing appropriate ornamental plants for urban greening and improving biodiversity. A general shortage of skilled people in industry ensures the job opportunities for graduates are both numerous and diverse. At SRUC we firmly believe that as well as having an in-depth and thorough knowledge of the horticulture industry; graduates must also be equipped with the practical skills necessary for continued successful employability. These skills are enhanced via work experience placements, practical classes, a variety of industry visits, guest speakers and benefits from studying in an institute renowned for its research and consultancy to industry.Throughout the course you will develop an understanding of how to integrate the management of plant collections with knowledge of plant distribution, classification, diversity, structure, identification and cultivation. You will develop the skills required to study advanced aspects in botany and a good appreciation of botanical issues that are relevant to horticulture today. You will gain experience of techniques appropriate to the restoration of historic gardens at a high level. The course is delivered in partnership with the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) with classes and practical work based at both RBGE and SRUC’s Edinburgh campus.
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Course Details
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Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
4 Years
Start Date
09/2024
Campus
Edinburgh
Application deadline
Provider Details
Codes/info
Course Code
D4D7
Institution Code
S01
Points of Entry
Year 1, Year 2, Year 3
A levelB,C,C To include a science subject Scottish HigherB,B,C,C To include a science subject Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017)H3,H3,H4,H4 To include a science subject GCSE/National 4/National 5Applicants should be able to offer National 5 (A-C) or equivalent pass in English (for literacy) and Maths (for numeracy) Scottish HNCPass Applications will be considered for Year 2 entry from applicants with relevant HNC qualifications. Please contact the Admissions Office to discuss further. Scottish HNDPass Applications will be considered for Year 3 entry from applicants with relevant HND qualifications. Please contact the Admissions Office to discuss further. |
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Region | Costs | Academic Year | Year |
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Scotland | £1,820 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
England, Northern Ireland, Wales, Channel Islands, Republic of Ireland | £9,250 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |
EU, International | £16,000 | 2024/25 | Year 1 |