Course Content and Structure
This programme is designed for those who are already holders of a Bachelor of Science in Horticulture (Ordinary Degree), and wish to further their education by gaining an Honours Degree in Horticulture. The programme is delivered in a blended mode with a combination of online learning and practical days in ITB. Students must have access to a PC and boardband internet access in order to engage fully in an online classroom environment.
| Course code: BN406 |
Entry Route into programme:
- Appropriate Bachelor of Science in Horticulture or equivalent.
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| Duration: 2 years (4 Semesters) |
| NFQ level: 8 |
| Fee: €2,500 per year |
| Schedule: Online lectures Tuesday evenings & 4 Saturdays per Semester – Practicals, tutorials & project supervision. |
| Award title: Bachelor of Science (Honours) |
| Credits for Full Award: 60 @ NFQ Level 8 |
| Awarding Body: ITB |
| Year 1 |
| Semester 1 |
- Research Methods
- Environmental Indicators
- Plant Treatment Regulation
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| Semester 2 |
- Final Year Project (Part 1)
- Parks and Gardens
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| Year 2 |
| Semester 3 |
- Final Year Project (Part 1 continued)
- Entrepreneurship and Enterprise
- Development
- Advanced Soil Science and Chemistry
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| Semester 4 |
- Human Resources Management
- Horticulture Therapy
- Final Year Project (Part 2)
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Source: ITB – Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Horticulture
