Horticulture

University of the Highlands and Islands (UHI)
Undergraduate HNC Full-time 1 Year Agriculture and related sciences

A-Level Entry

D

About this course

This HNC Horticulture has been designed by our subject specialists to provide you with an engaging and comprehensive introduction into the world of commercial horticulture and landscape.

The course structure enables you to learn by working on projects, as you would in real life, and the content reflects a broad range of contemporary topics. The number of assessments has been considered so that you can spend more time learning. You will be taught by experienced horticulture lecturers with real world experience: the teaching team includes specialists in conservation and the environment, as well as an award-winning garden designer.

Throughout the course you will be introduced to areas of specialism and develop an understanding of the evolving nature of horticultural science and the exciting range of career possibilities. You’ll gain practical and theoretical knowledge which will prepare you for employment at craft level in this diverse industry.

Entry Requirements

A-Level Grades D
Scottish Higher C

Study Options

This course is available in 5 study options:

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: HNC

Location: Inverness

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: HNC

Location: Elgin

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: HNC

Location: Oban

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: HNC

Location: Thurso

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 1 Year

Qualification: HNC

Location: Kirkwall

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations:

1211 Managers and proprietors in agriculture and horticulture
3111 Laboratory technicians
2113 Biochemists and biomedical scientists
2112 Biological scientists
9112 Forestry and related workers
1212 Managers and proprietors in forestry, fishing and related services

Course Details

Qualification
Higher National Certificate - HNC
Study Mode
Full-time
Duration
1 Year
Start Date
2025
Academic Year
2025
Campus / Location
Inverness
Scheme
Undergraduate
Subjects
Agriculture and related sciences