Free Level 3 Horticulture Course in Ipswich. Classes run full-time at Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural. You'll need five GCSEs at grade 4 or above, including English, Maths and Science. A reasonable level of physical fitness is required, including the ability to drive and operate machinery. The course covers plant science, soil management, landscape design, and practical growing techniques. It takes two years to complete.
Who this course is for
Please see view the course at http://www.suffolk.ac.uk/courses
Entry requirements
5 GCSEs at Grade 4 (C) or above to include English, Maths and Science Due to the practical nature of the course a reasonable level of physical fitness is required to complete essential tasks, including the ability to drive and operate machinery.
What you will learn
You'll develop knowledge of plant biology, growth, and identification.
You'll learn soil science and how to manage growing conditions.
You'll study landscape and garden design principles.
You'll practise the use of horticultural machinery and tools safely.
You'll understand pest, disease, and weed management.
You'll gain skills in propagation and cultivation of plants.
You'll explore sustainable and environmental horticulture practices.
How you will learn
Learning is classroom based and practical, combining taught sessions with hands-on work in outdoor and growing environments. Assessment includes written assignments, practical assessments, and project work. You will be assessed on both your technical knowledge and your ability to carry out horticultural tasks to a professional standard.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Suffolk New College Suffolk Rural will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Groundskeeper. Maintaining parks, sports grounds, and green spaces.
Landscape gardener. Designing and planting outdoor spaces for clients.
Nursery worker. Growing and caring for plants in a commercial nursery.
Garden centre assistant. Advising customers and managing plant stock.
Horticultural technician. Supporting specialist growing or research operations.
Estate gardener. Managing the grounds of large private or public estates.
Arboricultural assistant. Working with trees alongside qualified arborists.
What you could study next
Level 4 Certificate or Diploma in Horticulture. Deepen your technical and management knowledge for senior roles.
Foundation Degree in Horticulture or Garden Design. A higher education route combining study with practical work.
Higher National Certificate (HNC) in Horticulture. A work-focused higher qualification recognised by employers in the sector.
Apprenticeship in Horticulture or Landscape. Earn while you develop specialist skills on the job.
