We are pleased to confirm that Writtle University College and ARU (Anglia Ruskin University) are joining together. The merger will happen during the 23/24 academic year. Writtle’s full range of Higher and Further Education courses will continue to be delivered on site at the Writtle campus, enhanced by resources available at nearby ARU. If you are starting your course in September 2024, your degree will be awarded by ARU. Find out more about ARU, including our recent Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework, at aru.ac.uk.
Land
The 21st century has seen human urban populations exceed those of rural populations for the first time in history. This trend has driven a rapid expansion of cities, often with severe environmental consequences for the populations within them.
Horticulture is already an integral part of people's lives and urban planning initiatives. Certificate of Higher Education in Urban Horticulture equips students with the knowledge to work effectively in urban settings by approaching the problems of the restitution of green infrastructure through restorative environmental and ecological design and practice. Students develop skills and knowledge through a combination of theoretical and practically based learning strategies, including visits and case studies drawing on the experience of industry professionals.
Whilst primarily concerned with aspects of green infrastructure and environmental restoration, the students are also introduced to aspects of food security and production in urban areas, meaning the certificate offers an ideal springboard into further degree level studies to students with a wide range of horticultural interests.
Course Modules
| STAGE ONE | |
|---|---|
| SEMESTER A | SEMESTER B |
| Graduate, Professional Skills (15 credits) |
Principles of Sustainable Development (15 credits) |
| New Landscape Principles and Horticulture Skills (15 credits) |
New Urban Environments and Ecology (15 credits) |
| Biological Processes (15 credits) |
Climate, Soils and Land Use (15 credits) |
| New Plant Propagation and Nursery Stock Production (15 credits) |
New Ecological Design and Restorative Urban Planting (15 credits) |
Entry Requirements
The following information provides the entry requirements for this particular course.
UCAS Tariff Points
48
GCE A Levels
48 UCAS tariff points, to include one GCE A level grade C or above
Irish Certificate
48 UCAS tariff points, to include 2 x B3 or H3 higher
Scottish Highers
48 UCAS tariff points, to include 1 x B & 1 x C
International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma
Total (IB) Diploma point score of 24 or more
BTEC Level 3 Extended Diploma
PPP
BTEC Level 3 Diploma
MP
Please note:
An equivalent or higher combination of grades to that indicated above will also be accepted.
GCSEs
All applicants must hold a minimum of four GCSE passes at grade C/4 or above to include English, Maths and Science.
Access course
Writtle University College welcomes applicants studying Access to HE Diploma courses. For more information please contact Admissions.
Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL/APEL)
Information about our Accreditation of Prior Learning (APL/APEL) policy can be found on our Higher Education Regulations and Policies page.
Learning & Teaching Methods
The following list shows the variety of learning and teaching methods experienced on this course.
- Lectures and tutorials
- Practical sessions
- Seminars
- Case studies
- Live projects
- Workshops
- Course work
Assessment Methods
The Certificate of Higher Education in Urban Horticulture contains a variety of assessment methods to ensure practical and academic competence.
- Essays and technical reports
- Examinations - both multiple choice and essay questions
- Presentations - both individually and in small groups
- Practical assessments
- Peer review
- Self-reflection
- Debates