Horticulture

Horticulture QQI Award (5M2586)

This course has been running successfully for over 25 years and is as popular today as when we started in 1989. It provides students with a general all-round knowledge in key aspects of horticulture.  Students are offered a good balance of practical and theory-based skills including: scientific experiments, garden design, plant propagation, plant care and identification.

Course Content

Plant Science (5N2528); Soil Science & Growing Media (5N2530); Plant Identification (5N2527); Plant Protection (5N2546); Garden Design (5N2551); Permaculture (5N1617); Plant Propagation (5N2547); Communications (5N0690); Work Practice (5N1433)

Certification

QQI Level 5 Award in Horticulture (5M2586)

Duration

1 year – September to May (full-time)

Entry Requirements

The course is aimed at mature students and school leavers who have a keen interest in horticulture and/or relevant experience.

• Interview
• Leaving Certificate or equivalent
• Language test for international students.

Career Opportunities

Directly into employment with landscapers, garden centres and related areas.
Many of our past students have also set up their own business.

Third Level Links/Progression

Progression to QQI Level 6 Horticulture at Pearse College with further study available through the QQI links scheme at level 6, 7, 8 and 9. For more information, click here

Course Charges

€50 registration fee.

Please note that course fees are subject to change.