Institution code | C78 |
Duration | 6 years |
Course type | Part-time |
Location | Duchy College (Rosewarne) and The Eden Project |
Tregonissey Road
St Austell
PL25 4DJ
Help & enquiries
- Admission enquiries
- enquiries@cornwall.ac.uk
- +44 8452 232567
Tregonissey Road
St Austell
PL25 4DJ- http://www.cornwall.ac.uk
Open days
Partner college open days
This course is run at one of our partner colleges. Open days are held at the college and more details of these can be found on the college website. You'll find contact details below, on this page.
University of Plymouth open days
You are also very welcome to attend a University of Plymouth open day, to get a flavour of the courses you can progress to from a partner college. There will however be limited information on this specific course and college.
Course details
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Year 1
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Core modules
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Applied Horticultural Practices (CORR161)
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Introduction to Botany (CORC1274)
This module introduces the student to the basic metabolic and synthesis processes of living plant cells and looks at plant cell biology and how this determines the overall structure of the plant.
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Academic and Professional Skills in Sustainable Horticultural Development (CORC1281)
The module will introduce and draw upon contemporary academic practice to help students prepare for higher education study. These skills will be contextualised through the introduction and review of the underpinning global sustainability goals and policy that will inform decisions on how society will build a better future for all. Professional and personal development are supported through tutorials and workshops focusing on transferable skills for study and employment.
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Year 2
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Core modules
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Plant Use in the Landscape (CORR159)
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Soil Science and Plant Nutrition (CORC1273)
This module focuses on the structure and chemistry of soil, its role as a rooting medium and the importance of soils for mineral nutrition in plant growth.
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Classification and Taxonomy (CORC1275)
The module covers the various methods used to classify and name organisms. The evolution of life forms is revealed through taxonomic relationships and students are equipped with the skills to recognise the major types of life. Emphasis is placed on organisms that play a role in horticulture; from symbionts to pests and pathogens.
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Year 3
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Core modules
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Plant Production and Propagation (CORR2026)
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Plant Growth and Development (CORC2258)
This module investigates the regulation of the growth and development of plants. The regulation of growth and development by both internal and external environmental factors is discussed. The different mechanisms by which signalling factors are recognised and signals are transduced are contrasted and compared. Physiological adaptations of plants to different environments are investigated.
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Plant Pathology (CORC2260)
This module allows the student to research and familiarise themselves with the wide range of pests and disease a causing pathogens that affect plants. Methods of monitoring and predicting infestations and discussed and control measures are outlined. The genetics and mechanisms of disease resistance is also examined.
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Year 4
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Core modules
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Research Methods (CORR2024)
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Ethnobotany (CORR2029)
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Plant Ecology (CORC2259)
Plants play a key ecological role and form the primary producers of many ecosystems. Plant adaptations, distribution and responses to environmental stresses are investigated. Also considered are the interactions of plants with other organisms with emphasis on interactions with potential pathogens, pests and symbionts. The ecological impact of climate change on plants and their interactions with other organisms is discussed.
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Year 5
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Core modules
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Honours Project (CORR309)
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Plant Conservation and Collections (CORC3016)
Plant conservation is increasingly important as a means of reducing extinction rates amongst plant species. This module looks at modern plant conservation and, in particular the importance of collections, methods of maintaining collections and implications for diversity of restricted gene pools.
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Final year
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Core modules
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The Contemporary Horticultural Environment (CORR310)
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Advanced Ethnobotany (CORR313)
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Sustainable Horticultural Enterprises (CORC3014)
This module will allow the student to critically engage with and discuss issues around sustainability and enterprise management within the horticultural industry. An understanding of sound business management approaches will be developed. Critical Analyses of good and best practise will be undertaken and external perceptions and drivers will be considered and discussed within the context of policy making and strategic prioritisation for businesses.
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Fees, costs and funding
How to apply
For further information and to apply for this course, please contact the college's admissions team directly using the contact details below.
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