Horticulture - Commercial (Top-Up), BSc (Hons)

This commercial horticulture degree is ideal for individuals passionate about plant science, sustainability, landscaping, and the production of food crops and biofuels. It blends laboratory-based studies in plant science, including garden therapy and hydroponics, with practical training in commercial crop management. Students benefit from access to extensive college gardens, Court Lane Nurseries with its glasshouses and orchards, and opportunities to visit various sites to develop professional networks. Graduates have advanced to careers in fruit production, food crops, teaching, and research, with the course delivered by Hadlow College in Kent, a university partner.Key features include a solid technical and scientific foundation, options to specialise in nursery production, fruit production, or retail, and in-depth learning in horticultural chemistry, plant physiology, and chemical analysis. It also offers a one-year top-up for holders of relevant foundation degrees.

All degree courses are made up of modules – individual units of study on different topics. Some modules are compulsory; others can be chosen from a list of options. Our website has full details of your degree structures, module content, and how each module is assessed. The direct link to this course on our website, can be found at the bottom of this page.