Arboriculture and Tree Management
UCAS Code: D518
Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc
Entry requirements
A level
AS levels may be used to contribute to entry requirements but they are not sufficient for entry on their own.
Access to HE Diploma
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Alternative equivalent Level 3 qualifications such as City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (720) will also be considered.
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)
Alternative equivalent Level 3 qualifications such as City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080) will also be considered.
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Students will gain an understanding of the importance of tree biomechanics to tree stability and the social, environmental, economic and aesthetic benefits of trees. Issues of environmental sustainability are emphasised throughout the course. This course has been fully accredited by the Institute of Chartered Foresters (ICF) and on completion of the course the student is eligible to apply for Professional Membership of the ICF.
Modules
Year 1 - Dendrology; Arboricultural Practices; Academic and Vocational Skills; Essential Plant and Soil Science; Applied Tree Biology, Tree Production; Establishment and Biosecurity
Year 2 - Pests, Diseases and Weeds; Research Methods OR Business and Entrepreneurism; Environmental Plant Physiology; Industry Project; Tree Management and the Law; Woodland and Veteran Tree Management
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