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The UCY are pleased to announce the brand new Foundation degree course, Garden History and Horticulture Heritage for September 2009.
Title and Level: Garden History and Heritage Horticulture FdA*
*Subject to Validation.
Introduction
In this country we have a wide range of heritage gardens and designed landscapes. This course trains those who work in these gardens, either in full time or part time employment or to help the volunteers on whom the gardens increasingly depend. It will impart skills and knowledge relating to the history of the gardens and plants as well as the management and development of the gardens.
The course is based at Hestercombe Gardens near Taunton which is a classic Jekyll and Lutyens designed garden with many individual composite gardens as well as a wide range of plants. The course includes a range of visits to other local historic gardens to complement the learning process.
Entry requirements
A minimum of 3 GCSE's at grade C or above including English Language.
Plus
One A Level or Equivalent Qualification in biology, environmental science or horticulture related subject.
Or
Relevant employment or voluntary experience.
You will need to undertake work in a heritage garden to connect your learning and allow you to apply the techniques and principles discussed during the course to a work place environment.
Duration
Three Years Part Time Starting April.
Each Year: 30 Weeks, One Day per Week (Mondays) for 6 Hrs.
Careers Prospects/Progression
This course has been developed in full consultation with representatives from the heritage horticulture industry and so will equip you with skills and knowledge required for a career in this field.
You could also progress to an Honours or Master's Degree.
How will I be assessed
Methods of assessment will include assignment and project work as well as examinations and tests under controlled conditions.
There will be ongoing plant identification tests.
Course Contents/Modules
Level One Modules.
- Heritage Parks and Gardens.
- Historic Garden Styles Post 1700.
- Non Woody Plant Knowledge.
- Work Related Learning A.
- Historic Garden Styles Pre 1700.
- Woody Plant Knowledge
Level Two Modules.
- Walled and Kitchen Gardens.
- Introduction to Plant Health.
- Management of Heritage Parks and Gardens.
- Conservation of Historic Gardens and Garden Features.
- Garden Ecology and Nature Conservation.
- Work Related Learning B Project.
Course Expenses
The course fees are £824.00 per year.
There may be entrance fees to gardens visited and the option of a Study Tour
What next?
For further information, advice and to enrol, please call our Customer Liaison Team on 01935 423921
