About Foundation Certificate Arboriculture in University Centre Myerscough
The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire. The course is ideal for anyone who wants to work in this rewarding and exciting industry, or for those people currently working in Arboriculture. Employers look for a combination of managerial and technical skills in the science and technology of tree care. This course integrates both these aspects to ensure that you will be equipped with the necessary skill set for entry level work in the arboriculture sector.
You will learn how to identify and survey trees and integrate tree biology and soil science into tree care. A focus is also given to tree production and establishment highlighting a range of current and innovative new practices to help meet the challenge of planting trees in urban locations. The development of work-related practical skills and experiences is an integral part of the course with a dedicated module covering work skills.
5 GCSE passes at Grade C (4) or above (including Maths and English or equivalent)
Plus 48 UCAS Tariff points from one or more of the following:
- 2 A Levels (A2), at least one at C or above
- BTEC/C&G Level 3
- 2 Scottish Highers at C or above
- 3 Irish Highers at C or above
- International Baccalaureate at 24 points
- NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline
- Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) for certain modules will be considered on an individual basis.
- AS Levels, BTEC Subsidiary Diploma and Scottish Intermediate 2s may be used to contribute to entry requirements but they are not sufficient for entry on their own. Alternative equivalent qualifications will also be considered positively.
- Access to HE Diploma in a relevant discipline
Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at Level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent.
All offers may be subject to successful interview
