Horticulture and Professional Landscaping
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Find a courseHorticulture and professional landscaping at London’s environmental college
Our courses give you access to some of the most prestigious public and private landscapes in London. You will study an exciting and varied curriculum that responds to the ever-changing world of horticulture, and you will be given opportunities to gain experience in horticultural businesses, green spaces, rooftop gardens, urban pocket parks or traditional gardens.
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Introduction to Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems
Introduction to Spring Pruning - Viticulture
Introduction to Vineyard Establishment
Introduction to the Wine Business
Introduction to Vineyard Pests and Diseases
Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Hand-Held Hedge Cutters (Level 2)
Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Mowers (Pedestrian Controlled)
Level 2 Certificate of Competence in the Safe Use of Mowers (Ride-on)
Award in Vertical Wall Planting and Living Pillars (Level 2)
Award in Rain Gardens (Level 2)
Sustainability and the Green Environment (Level 2)
Award in Green Roofs (Level 2)
Certificate in Understanding Climate Change and Environmental Awareness (Level 2)
Award in Energy Efficiency and Sustainability (Level 1)
Viticulture Industry Experience
Vineyard Winter Pruning Workshop
Principles of Vineyard Management
Horticulture or Landscape Construction Operative Apprenticeship (Level 2)
Level 2 Award in the Safe Use of Pesticides PA1/PA6A
RHS Level 2 Certificate in Practical Horticulture
RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development
Golf Greenkeeping Apprenticeship (Level 2)
Horticulture or Landscape Supervisor Apprenticeship
Advanced Technical Diploma in Horticulture (Level 3)
The Seasonal Gardener
Diploma in Landscaping and Gardening (Level 2)
Advanced Certificate in Landscape Construction (Level 3) (Adults)
The Maintenance Gardener (Level 1)
The Hard Landscaping Gardener (Level 2)
The Professional Gardener (Level 2)
The Fruit and Vegetable Gardener (Level 2)
Jessica landed skills that matter
I am currently managing the glasshouses at Chelsea Physic Garden. The course helped me build confidence in my current role, enabling me to pass on knowledge to others about the specifics of cultivation.Jessica studied Level 2 and Level 3 RHS courses at Capel Manor College.
Career prospects
Commercial Horticulturist
Produce ornamental plants, vegetables, salads, fruit and flowers either outdoors or in polytunnels and greenhouses. Careers can range from managing the production of fresh produce to cultivating plants for nurseries.
Greenkeeper
You can specialise in keeping turf in top condition for sports events such as football, cricket, rugby, tennis and golf. These careers incorporate soil science, pest control and more.
Head Gardener
Be responsible for year-round management of a private estate. Careers in this area are creative and practical, incorporating site design and development, conducting guided tours and managing a team of gardeners.
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By bus: 157, 358, 410, 249, 432, 322, 417, 3, 363, 202 and 931
By rail: Served by Crystal Palace Station (from Victoria, London Bridge and Dalston Junction)
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By car: The Campus is situated just off junction 25 of the M25 and the A10 Southbound
By rail: Served by Turkey Street Station (from Liverpool Street Station), the College is approximately 20 mins walk from Turkey Street
By bus: Buses 217 and 317
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By bus: Jevington Way, Alnwick Road, and Mottingham Way stops are within five minutes' walk of the Campus
By rail: Mottingham station is a 23 minute walk from the Campus, with regular services to London Charing Cross, London Bridge, Cannon Street and Dartford
By car: Mottingham Campus is located on Mottingham Lane, just two minutes’ drive from the A20 Sidcup Road/South Circular Road roundabout
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By tube: The Campus is very well served by tube stations on various lines including Regent’s Park (Bakerloo line), Great Portland Street (Hammersmith & City, Circle and Metropolitan lines), Baker Street (Hammersmith & City, Circle, Jubilee, Metropolitan and Bakerloo lines) and Camden Town (Northern line)
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