Course description
WHAT WILL I STUDY? Horticulture 5M2586
Plant Identification & Use; Soil Science; Work Practice; Plant Protection; Plant Propagation; Plant Science; Communications; Safety & Health at Work; Start your Own Business
CAREER/PROGRESSION OPPORTUNITIES
This course can also act as a gateway into the horticultural industry. Past students are working in Nurseries, Golf Courses and Landscaping and Gardening centres.
This Award is a recognised and respected link with Waterford Institute of Technology (WIT), Teagasc at the National Botanic Gardens and some UK Colleges.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
Leaving Cert or LCA • Other equivalent qualification • Mature students • All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications • Apply directly at www.killestercollege.ie
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