BSc (Hons) Horticulture (Garden and Landscape Design)

Year 1

Core modules

• Design Communication: Tools and Techniques (CORR164)

• 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. 

• 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. 

Year 2

Core modules

• Plant Use in the Landscape (CORR159)

• Garden and Landscape Design 1: Foundations - Space, Place & User (CORR163)

• 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. 

Year 3

Core modules

• Plant Production and Propagation (CORR2026)

• Garden and Landscape Design 2: Planning and People (CORR2030)

• 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. 

Year 4

Core modules

• Research Methods (CORR2024)

• Garden and Landscape Histories; Theories and Contexts (CORR2031)

• 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. 

Year 5

Core modules

• Honours Project (CORR309)

• Advanced Plant Use and Implementation (CORC3015)

  This module critically evaluates how plant selection can influence landscape and design by investigating the use of alternative species and design concept.  It builds on the theory of Climate Change and how it affects plant selection and with the use of CAD software develops designs and ideas that are not considered mainstream. 

Final year

Core modules

• The Contemporary Horticultural Environment (CORR310)

• Professional Landscape and Garden Design Practice (CORR315)

• 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.