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) and Teagasc at the National Botanic Gardens.
ENTRY REQUIREMENTS
- Leaving Cert or LCA
- Other equivalent qualification
- Mature students
- All applicants will be interviewed regardless of previous qualifications
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