Hamilton Gardens Campus information session
This information session will cover the following subjects: Landscape design and construction, horticulture, and arboriculture (tree care).
General Horticulture (Level 3)
New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (General) Level 3
SX1701
Course details
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Jul 2019Feb 2020
- One semester
- Full-time
- $3574 (scholarships are available)
- You may qualify for fee free study under Fees Free Policy, MPTT or Regional Scholarships
- Level 3
- Hamilton Gardens Campus or Regional locations
Summary
This programme will give students broad introductory knowledge of the science, growing systems, and practices used in a variety of horticultural areas.
Students will gain knowledge of plant identification, maintenance and propagation in horticulture.
View programme modules
| Module code | Module title | Level | Credits | Pre-requisites | Co-requisites |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HORT102 | Provide Life Support | 1 | 1 | ||
| HORT201 | Provide First Aid | 2 | 1 | ||
| HORT205 | Plant Nomenclature | 2 | 5 | ||
| HORT207 | Irrigation Systems | 2 | 5 | ||
| HORT208 | Plant Identification | 2 | 2 | ||
| HORT209 | Soils & Fertilisers | 2 | 5 | ||
| HORT210 | Propagation Methods | 2 | 3 | ||
| HORT324 | Managing First Aid in Emergency | 3 | 2 | ||
| HORT335 | Botany | 3 | 5 | ||
| HORT337 | Pruning and Training | 3 | 5 | ||
| HORT338 | Plant Pests and Diseases | 3 | 8 | ||
| HORT339 | Weed Identification and Control | 3 | 6 | ||
| HORT351 | Plant and Care for Plants | 3 | 5 | ||
| HORT352 | Integrated Pest Management | 3 | 5 | ||
| HORT353 | Growing Media | 3 | 5 |
Career/further opportunities
- Entry-level employment across the horticulture industry
- Assistant gardener
- Groundsperson
- Self-employed contractor
Further study:
Graduates can pathway into higher levels of learning in the specific areas of arboriculture, horticulture, landscape construction, and landscape design.Events
Disclaimers
Entry criteria
- Applicants will be required to have completed a minimum of three years secondary education;
- or have a gained a relevant qualification at NZQF Level 2 or above;
- or equivalent.
Special admission
Domestic applicants aged 20 years or above who have not met the General Admission or entry requirements for a programme but whose skills, education or work experience indicate that they have a reasonable
chance of success may be eligible for Special Admission. Special admission will be granted at the discretion of the relevant Head of School/Centre Director or designated nominee.
Such applicants may be required to successfully complete a foundation, bridging or tertiary introductory programme as a condition of entry into higher level programmes.
Provisional entry
Domestic applicants aged under 20 years who have not met the general academic admission and entry criteria for a programme but who can demonstrate a reasonable chance of success through other educational
attainment and/or work or life experience may be eligible for provisional entry at the discretion of the relevant Head of School/Centre Director or designated nominee. Provisional entry places restrictions on re‐enrolment to be lifted if
the applicant’s performance is deemed satisfactory by the relevant Head of School/Centre Director or designated nominee.
English language requirements
Candidates who have English as a second language are required to have an International English Language Test System (IELTS) score of 5.5, with no individual band lower than 5.0; or equivalent.
Selection criteria
i. Candidates may be required to complete an interview and selection process. This may include the requirement to complete a Study Skills Assessment to demonstrate the level of academic skill necessary to successfully
complete this programme.
ii. To meet legal and health requirements, candidates must be physically able to carry out the practical components of the programme.
iii. Prior to commencing the programme all candidates will be required to
undertake a police check at a level sufficient for safe and effective practice within the field of horticulture.
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Pathways
Your first day
Are you ready for your first day of class? Check out your start date and where you need to be. You can also find useful information about studying at Wintec on our Welcome page.
Year 1 students starting semester 2 2019
Your first day will be:
Date: Monday 15 July
Time: 9am-4pm
Venue: Hamilton Gardens Campus, Gate 2, Cobham Drive.
What you need to know:
- We will provide a full introduction to all supporting services at Wintec, along with a few activities.
- The enrolment and Studylink advice team will be available for any questions, and for signing outstanding enrolment offers.
- Students get put into classes and given timetables on the day
- Stationary, personal protective gear sizing, and expectations will also be sorted on the day
- We supply morning tea and lunch for this day.
Join us for an info session before you start your study!
Want to find out what it's like being a student? Get ready early, get answers to all your questions, and meet the Wintec team at one of our info sessions.You're welcome to bring your family with you, and we'll provide some snacks.
When: Thursday 4 July, 5-7pm and Saturday 6 July, 10am-12pm
Where: Wintec Horticulture Education Centre, Hamilton Gardens.
It is not compulsory to attend this info session.
Join us for an info session before you start your study!
Want to find out what it's like being a student? Get ready early, get answers to all your questions, and meet the Wintec team at one of our info sessions.
You're welcome to bring your family with you, and we'll provide some snacks.
When: Thursday 4 July 5-7pm and Saturday 6 July. 10am-12pm
Where: Wintec Horticulture Education Centre, Hamilton Gardens.
Want to find out what it's like being a student? Get ready early, get answers to all your questions, and meet the Wintec team at one of our info sessions.
You're welcome to bring your family with you, and we'll provide some snacks.
When: Thursday 4 July 5-7pm and Saturday 6 July. 10am-12pm
Where: Wintec Horticulture Education Centre, Hamilton Gardens.
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