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National Certificate in Horticulture (Level 3)
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The National Certificate in Horticulture (Level 3) embeds the National Certificate in Horticulture (Level 2) in its first semester. A further 35 credits are studied on additional courses in the second semester to gain the Level 3 qualification.
| Programme Code | NC1471 |
|---|---|
| Study Method | Full time |
| Qualification | National Certificate |
| Duration | One year |
| Applications | Close when programme is full |
| Start Dates | February and July |
| Level | 3 |
| Credits | 105 |
Offered by
Faculty of Engineering and Trades - School of Horticulture and Landscaping
Entry Requirements
Applicants must meet the following entry requirements:
- Be physically capable of completing the practical aspects of the programme
AND - Have English language competence to undertake this programme which is taught and assessed in English. Any applicant whose first language is not English may be required to provide evidence of an IELTS (Academic) band score of 5.5 with no band below 5.00 or equivalent
AND - Applicants must be able to demonstrate that they have the attitudes and ability to work and study at the required level for the programme. This will be determined at interview.
International students will not be accepted on to this programme.
Cost
$1,200 (approx)
Programme Summary
Health and Safety in Horticulture
Science in the Garden
Garden Skills
Daily Log Book
Nursery Production
Plant & Care for Plants
Organics
Environmental Skills
Courses
| 723.108 | Health and Safety in Horticulture |
| 861.241 | Science in the Garden |
| 861.242 | Garden Skills |
| 861.243 | Daily Log Book |
| 861.244 | Nursery Production |
| 861.246 | Plant & Care for Plants |
| 861.325 | Organics |
Further Training or Study
Certificate in Horticulture (Level 4)
Certificate in Landscaping (Level 4)
National Certificate in Floristry (Level 2 – Level 4)
National Certificate in Conservation (Level 4).
Career Opportunities
Graduates will become sought after in the horticulture industry. They will have the opportunity to progress in a range of horticulture fields including parks, gardens, nursery work, glasshouse production, vegetable production, organics, landscaping and conservation.
