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Practical Horticulture Diploma

at Wigan and Leigh College, Wigan · college

Level 2Vocational and tradeDiploma35 weeksFull time

What the college says

If you have a passion for practical outdoors lifestyles and love to learn about plants and how things grow, a Horticulture course could be for you. We focus on developing your skills and knowledge to gain employment in this expanding industry. You will learn about garden maintenance and design, plant propagation and sustainable horticulture.

What you need to get on

A minimum of 5 GCSE subjects graded 9-2 or equivalent. Level 1 Diploma in Practical Horticulture

How you are assessed

Learning a trade with tools and equipment, often in a college workshop or salon.

What this level means

The GCSE-equivalent step, and the usual route into Level 3.

Is it open to 16 to 18 year olds?

Approved for 16 to 18 study on the government's Section 96 list.

Where it runs

Start dates

  • 1 September 2026 · Wigan

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