What You Will Study

This study programme will cover a range of the topics and units at each level, some of which are listed below:

  • How to Prepare New Gound for Panting
  • Improving Soil Structure and Qality
  • Planting Container Grown and Bare Root Plants and Trees
  • How to Care for a Planted Area or Border
  • Create Containers for Seasonal Display
  • Grow Fruit and Vegetables
  • Propagate Plants by Seed Indoors and Directly Outside
  • Know How to Make New plants by Different Types of Cuttings
  • Propagate New Plants by Grafting
  • Create and Work Independently on Your Own Garden Projects
  • Design a Garden and Produce a Plan
  • Use Garden Power Tools Safely
  • How You Will Be Assessed

    Theory assessment will be short-answer questions and there will be observed practical assessments.

  • Entry Requirements

    5 GCSEs at Grade 9-3.

    OR

    Level 1 Horticulture qualification with Level 1 English or Maths.

  • Further Study

    On successful completion and with the required English and Maths grades you can progress through the levels.