BTEC Level 1 Introductory Certificate in Land Based Studies (Horticulture Pathway)
Campus
Department
Develop your practical horticulture skills and your natural affinity for
caring for and keeping plants healthy with this green-fingered course. Making the most of the wide variety of both ecological and managed
horticulture areas at Temple Newsam, you’ll develop your own personal
progression plan, as well as learning how to prepare soil, grow plants, and
understand key health and safety requirements.
Course Information
This one year full time course will allow learners to gain the skills and
knowledge to work with a variety of plants. This qualification will be taught at
Temple Newsam, a large country estate on the outskirts of Leeds. Within the
estate there is a wide variety of ecological and managed horticulture areas to
effectively develop learner skills. This is the perfect location to undertake
any horticulture qualification.
How to get to us
FlexiBus:
Students can travel from East Leeds to Temple Newsam via the FlexiBus and it
will bring you directly into the estate. The bus can be ordered 1 hour before it
is required and operates between 7am- 7pm Monday – Saturday. Fares start from
just £1.20. You can learn more about the designated routes, booking information
and the FlexiBus app via their website.
FlexiBus
East Leeds | Metro (wymetro.com)
Alternative bus services that run in the area include the 19 and 19A. It is a
short walk from the bus stop to the college buildings.
Campus bus:
The campus bus will run from Leeds bus station directly to Temple Newsam
every day. It will cost £5 per week and is only bookable once the learner
enrols.
By train:
Temple Newsam is located 1.9 miles from Cross Gates train station, an
approximate 35-minute walk.
By car:
From the M1 take junction 46. Temple Newsam is a short drive from this exit,
there is on-site parking available.
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Introductory in Horticulture
Temple Newsam Home Farm
Temple Newsam Home Farm
Temple Newsam Home Farm
Temple Newsam Home Farm
Temple Newsam Home Farm
Temple Newsam Home Farm
Temple Newsam Home Farm
Temple Newsam Home Farm
Temple Newsam Home Farm
Who is this course for?
Units / Modules
- Developing a personal progression plan
- Growing plants
- Caring for and keeping plants healthy
- Preparing soil for planting
Benefits / Skills
- Develop your practical horticulture skills
- Understand health and safety requirements working in this industry
Assessment Types
Entry Requirements
Career Progression
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More infoCourse Details
Duration
1 year
Study Type
Full time
Start Date
18/09/2023
Course Code
78089-01
Course Fee (16-18)
No fee
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Course Facts
Delivered at the Idyllic Temple Newsam Estate
Assessed by course work and practical assessment only
This course can lead to study at level 2
