This practical hands-on course is perfect for you if you want to pursue a career working within the countryside and wildlife sector. It is an ideal qualification if you are intending to progress directly to employment within the countryside sector or on to a countryside apprenticeship.
This course will help you develop a comprehensive overview of the countryside, wildlife and conservation industry. It encompasses practical techniques, technical skills and core knowledge.
The EPQ offers the chance for A Level students at ED6 to gain real independence, resilience and maturity as learner, while pursuing any topic of your choosing. It is equivalent to 50% of an A Level and is well regarded by universities as evidence that the transition from college to university will be a smooth one and may be taking in to consideration in their conditional offer or provide additional UCAS points.
This 10 week course includes aspects of plant establishment, propagation and maintenance. Students will be taught the fundamentals of getting plants started from seeds and cuttings, in both woody and non-woody plants as well as preparing the soil to create ideal conditions for plant growth.
This part-time course at Houghall in Durham will give you an insight into the career of floristry and covers basic aspects of floristry at beginners' level.
Looking to get into floristry, but don't have the time for a full-time course? This part-time course programme is perfect for you, and runs over two years.