Horticulture is the art of cultivating plants to produce food and medicinal ingredients, or for ornamental purposes. Horticulturists are agriculturists who grow flowers, fruits and nuts, vegetables and herbs, as well as ornamental trees and lawns. Grow your knowledge of the scientific principles, maintenance and propagation techniques including vitally important sustainable horticulture practices. Plants, crops and green spaces sustain and enrich our lives by providing nutritious food, enhancing the beauty of our homes and communities and reducing our carbon footprint. Sustainable horticulture is a way of growing plants that's sensitive to the environment.
Our courses cover a wide range of Horticultural subjects and you can pursue careers in: Production, Horticulture Food Science & Genetic Engineering, Landscape Construction & Management, Amenity Horticulture, Fresh Food Produce, Nursery Stock Production, Gardening, Greenkeeping, Sports Turf and Garden Design.
Horticulture has been part of Hadlow for 50 years and as such we have built a reputation in the industry as one of the leading education providers. As a student you will benefit from the vast network of contacts we have of industry links which is comprised of former students and companies who take students on in work experience placements year after year. The horticultural team have an array of experience from head gardener to commercial production management.
Level 1 Horticulture & Agriculture: Two GCSEs Grade 2-3 or equivalent (Entry Level 3) and a keen interest in the subjects.
Level 2: Four GCSEs Grade 4-3 or equivalent (Level 1 Diploma) which must include English and Maths.
Level 3: Four GCSEs Grade 9-4 or equivalent (Level 2 Diploma) which must include English and Maths.
You must provide evidence that you are either currently working at, or predicted to achieve these minimum entry criteria before we can offer you a place on our courses.
Please provide a full school report either prior to, or at the time of your interview.
This must contain predicted grades, attendance percentage and attitude/behaviour to learning. (For applicants aged under 19 years).
If you are over 19, please provide copies of your GCSE certificates and a reference from your current employer or post 16 education provider.
Your interview may not take place if you do not bring the requested documents.
Report to Reception, where you will be met by one of our tutors, who will then take you to the interview room.
We would like to see a copy of your most recent school or college report (for applicants aged under 19 years). If you have been issued a predicted grade sheet, then please also bring this with you. If you have already completed a qualification, please bring confirmation of grade with you.
We are delighted to offer you an interview for one of our courses at Hadlow College, we will do everything we can to help put you at ease during your interview process and during your time at college. Hadlow College will offer you many opportunities to develop your skills while working in our brand-new computer-controlled glasshouse, where we grow a range of crops including tomatoes on a hydroponic system. Our polytunnels are used by students to produce a range of plants which are sold to the public but also planted in our own 10-acre public gardens where you will develop a range of skills in our mixed style gardens. Our varied resources also include an orchard and vineyard with robotic sprayers, drones, and plastic culture all being used to grow apples, plums, cherries, apricots and grapes for wine. You will have a fantastic time with us, and we can’t wait to welcome you to Hadlow.
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