Discover our horticulture courses
If you’re thinking about horticulture, it’s certainly one of the biggest industries in the land-based sector. In fact it’s the only one that links the UK’s climate to art, craft, nature and science.
Perhaps you’ve enjoyed studying one of these subjects at school, or you’re looking to take a degree or higher level course. Alternatively you may already be working in the industry and be looking to extend your current skills, or even learn some new ones. We have an excellent range of courses for you to enjoy and discover at Plumpton that will fit in with your life, while at the same time challenge you.
Our Part time courses will continue next academic year with a comprehensive collection of Horticulture, Garden Design and Landscape options. Look out for the full suite of RHS Diplomas, C&G Practical Diploma, and some exciting new Garden Design and Hard landscaping opportunities.
14-16 Courses
- HorticultureLevel 1
16+ Courses
- Employability Skills (Horticulture Focus)City & Guilds Level 2 Certificate
- HorticultureCity & Guilds Level 1 Diploma
- HorticultureCity & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma in Horticulture
- Horticulture with ViticultureCity & Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma
- Landscaping Level 2City & Guilds Level 2 Diploma
University Courses
Part Time Courses
- A Year in the GardenCity & Guilds Level 2 Diploma
- Certificate in Practical Horticulture (Flourish Plus)City & Guilds Level 1 Certificate
- Garden DesignLevel 2 Certificate
- Garden Design (QCF)Level 3 Diploma
- Horticulture for Industry Entrants and Career ChangersLevel 2 Certificate Distance Learning Qualification
- Practical Horticulture Skills - FlourishCity & Guilds Level 1 Award
- RHS Practical - Certificate Practical HorticultureRHS Level 2 Certificate
- RHS Practical Horticulture Skills (QCF)RHS Level 3 Certificate
- RHS Theory - Principles of Garden Planning, Establishment and Maintenance (QCF)RHS Level 2 Certificate
- RHS Theory - Principles of Plant Growth, Propagation and DevelopmentRHS Level 2 Certificate
- RHS Theory - Principles of Plant Growth, Propagation and Development (Evening)RHS Level 2 Certificate
- Wellbeing Through HorticultureCity & Guilds Level 1 Award
Developing New Horticulture Courses at Plumpton College
There has never been a better time to study Horticulture.
At Plumpton College, we are always looking for ways to develop and introduce new courses that are up to date with the current environment. Within Horticulture we would like to create and develop a range of new courses with you in mind.
So, if you can't quite find the course you want to study within our current course selection, we would like to hear your suggestions on what you would like to study and why. Please submit your suggestion in the form below
Facilities
Our horticulture facilities at Plumpton are pretty impressive. In fact you’ll get to experience one of the finest natural locations in the country, perfect for developing your creativity. Whether indoors or outdoors, you’ll be able to build your skills in an excellent environment.
- Discover our extensively planted areas on-site at Plumpton
As you build your knowledge, you’ll be able to gain a wide experience of being able to identify and maintain different plants.
- Experience our endangered plant collections at first hand
You’ll be able to experience our Black Poplars and National collection of Hebes, in addition to our endangered plant network connection with Kew Gardens.
- Grow plants all year round here
We’ve got an excellent large area under glass where you’ll be able to grow plants without the risk of the weather, up to a commercial level.
- Build even more skills at Plumpton
You’ll be able to develop your brickwork skills and paving at our large landscaping centre.
Grow your career at plumpton college
