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Overview
Learn about natural environments, and the management of zoos, wildlife parks, nature reserves. Develop an understanding of the natural environment and basic ecological principles, and learn a variety of skills ranging from basic gardening and nature park design to management.
Careers
- The Diploma in Horticulture (Nature Park Management) from Warnborough College is a vocationally-oriented qualification comprising both studies in both general horticulture and in nature park management.
- This is a qualification for anyone interested in working in zoos, wildlife and nature reserves, national parks or similar locations.
Programme Structure
Course include:
- Ecology – the environment, plants and animals; ecosystem concepts.
- Soil Management in Nature Parks – soil characteristics and problems; earthworks.
- Plant Maintenance – basic gardening techniques; natural gardening; plant selection; succession planting; equipment.
- Design of Nature/Wilderness Parks – collecting site information; preparing concept plans.
- Weed Management – characteristics of weeds; weed control; environmental weeds.
- Pest and Disease Management – management strategies; chemical safety.
- Recreation and the Environment – impact of recreation on natural environments
- Wildlife Management in Nature Parks- impact of park visitors on wildlife; managing wildlife
- Park Interpretation – interpretative facilities including signs and education programs
Key information
Duration
- Part-time
- 17 days
Start dates & application deadlines
You can apply for and start this programme anytime.
More details
You may enrol and start at any time of the year – it’s all self-paced.
Language
English
Delivered
Online
- Self-paced
Campus Location
- Canterbury, United Kingdom
Disciplines
Natural Resource Management Horticulture and Crop Science View 3 other Short Courses in Natural Resource Management in United KingdomWhat students do after studying
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Academic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Other requirements
General requirements
This Diploma course has been designed for people working or wishing to work in nature parks and reserves, national parks, forests and reserves, in managerial or technical positions.
Tuition Fees
Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.
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International Applies to you
Applies to youNon-residents2370 GBP / full≈ 2370 GBP / full -
Domestic Applies to you
Applies to youCitizens or residents2370 GBP / full≈ 2370 GBP / full
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