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Where are you starting from?

Are you:
  • a 16 year old school-leaver?
  • an adult with no previous experience?

You will want to consider:


  • Have you 4 GCSEs at grade C or above?
  • Have you the NCH?
  • Have you the BTEC First Diploma?
  • Have you completed NVQ Level 2 or a Foundation Modern Apprenticeship?

You will want to consider:


  • Have you at least one GCE A2-level, preferably in science, and 4 GCSEs at Grade C or above, preferably including science, mathematics and a subject testing knowledge of English?
  • Have you the BTEC ND, NC or NA or an Advanced Modern Apprenticeship?

You should go on to:


  • Have you 2 GCE A2-levels, preferably in chemistry and biology, and 5 GCSE Grade C or above, including English language and mathematics?
  • Have you a pass in the BTEC National Diploma or BTEC National Certificate?

You will want to consider: BSc Hons


  • Have you 2 GCE A2-levels, one in science, 4 GCSEs and 2 years practical horticultural experience?

Why not try: Botanic Gardens Diploma - Kew


  • Have you the BTEC HND or a Foundation Degree?

You might be able to do: A 1-year course to BSc


  • Have you a good honours degree?

You could go on to: MSc, MPhil


Would you be a mature student?

What about?:

  • college, university: entry qualifications will vary according to previous qualifications and/or experience.
  • RHS Diploma/Advanced Certificate
  • or most of the above-listed courses would also be open to you.

Are you a junior professional horticulturist?

You should consider: The RHS Diploma, leading to the MHort


Have you the RHS Diploma (formerly Stage 1 of MHort), and appropriate professional experience?

Go to: MHort (RHS)

 

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The Young Horticulturist of the Year
The Young Horticulturist of the Year