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BTEC Level 3 Horticulture Course in Weymouth

CostCheck if you can do this free
Duration2 years
LevelLevel 3
DeliveryClassroom based
Start7 Sep 2026
Study modeFull-time
AttendanceDaytime
Awarding bodyPearson Edexcel awarding body

Free or reduced fees may be available, depending on your circumstances. Contact Coastland College for more info.

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About this course

BTEC Level 3 Horticulture Course in Weymouth. Classes run at Weymouth College, full-time over two years. There are no fees for students aged 16 to 18 years old. Students aged 19 to 25 may be eligible for government funding or a student loan, depending on their circumstances.

The course covers plant science, soil management, pest and disease control, garden design, and commercial landscaping. You'll also study sustainable growing practices and the business side of horticulture. Practical sessions give you hands-on experience alongside classroom learning.

You'll finish with a Pearson Edexcel BTEC National Extended Diploma in Horticulture.

Who this course is for

Further Education Students

Entry requirements

4 GCSEs at grade 4/5 or above, including English, maths and a science OR a relevant Level 2 Certificate at Distinction level OR an Apprenticeship in horticulture with good levels of maths and English. Mature students lacking formal qualifications will also be considered. Enthusiasm, relevant practical experience, a keen and active interest in commercial gardening and landscaping with the ability to cope with practical and written assessment and externally set exams.

What you will learn

  • You'll study plant biology, growth, and development.
  • You'll learn how to manage soils and growing media.
  • You'll identify and control pests, diseases, and weeds.
  • You'll develop skills in garden design and planting schemes.
  • You'll practise commercial landscaping and grounds maintenance techniques.
  • You'll explore sustainable and organic growing methods.
  • You'll understand the business and commercial aspects of horticulture.

How you will learn

You'll learn through a mix of classroom sessions and practical, hands-on work. Assessment includes assignments, projects, and externally set exams. Some units are assessed through coursework and portfolio evidence. Practical skills are assessed in real working conditions as part of the course.

What you will need to bring

The centre will provide most materials. Weymouth College will confirm anything else you need before you start.

Where next

Jobs you could do

  • Horticultural technician, manages plant care and growing operations for a commercial employer.
  • Gardener, maintains private or public gardens and green spaces.
  • Landscaper, designs and installs outdoor spaces for residential or commercial clients.
  • Grounds maintenance operative, keeps parks, sports grounds, and estates in good condition.
  • Nursery worker, grows and sells plants in a commercial nursery setting.
  • Garden centre supervisor, oversees plant stock and customer advice in a retail environment.

What you could study next

  • Higher National Certificate or Degree in Horticulture or Landscape Design, for those who want to move into management or specialist roles.
  • Level 3 Apprenticeship in Horticulture or Landscape, combining work and study with an employer.
  • BTEC Higher National Diploma in Horticulture, a further step toward degree-level study or senior technical roles.
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