Program Overview
Pruning Fruit Trees
Overview
Learn how to keep your fruit trees in good order, with information and instruction on pruning to achieve the desired shape and promote better fruiting. Join our one-day course in Writtle.
Full Description
Fruit trees should be pruned in early Spring before buds break and trees are still dormant. This one-day course features a mix of theory and practical sessions, and is especially suited to beginners or those with little experience of pruning.
Topics Covered
- Formative pruning
- Pests and diseases
- Selecting the correct variety
Who Should Attend?
Our course is open to all, and especially suited to beginners or those with a little experience of pruning.
Dates
We'll add future dates here when confirmed.
Where You'll Study
Your Faculty
At Writtle College, our courses blending classroom learning with hands-on experience in specialised fields such as sport, agriculture, horticulture, animal studies, equine studies, conservation and floristry.
Our Level 2 and Level 3 programmes are designed to prepare you for your future career or higher education pathways.
Study on our beautiful countryside campus, with dedicated resource centres and state-of-the-art facilities – and be a part of our supportive community.
Where Can I Study?
Writtle Campus
Our picturesque 150-hectare campus is situated in the heart of the Essex countryside.
Fees & Funding
Course Fees
Standard Booking
£105
Entry Requirements
There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however you're required to wear work clothes suitable for the weather, including sturdy footwear (preferably with steel toe caps) and work gloves.
You're also asked to use your own tools so please bring secateurs, loppers and a pruning saw.
By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in the course.
Program Outline
Outline:
Content:
- Formative pruning
- Pests and diseases
- Selecting the correct variety
Structure:
- One-day course
- Mix of theory and practical sessions
Course Schedule:
Teaching:
Methods:
- Classroom learning
- Hands-on experience
Faculty:
Overview:
Anglia Ruskin University (ARU) is a global university with students from 185 countries. It is known for its innovative and entrepreneurial approach to education and research. ARU has been recognized as the Times Higher Education University of the Year 2023 and has received a Gold award for the quality of its education in the Teaching Excellence Framework.
Services Offered:
Student Life and Campus Experience:
The context mentions that ARU is committed to creating a vibrant and welcoming environment for students, staff, and communities. It also highlights the university's focus on providing outstanding facilities and opportunities for student growth.
Key Reasons to Study There:
Ambition:
ARU is academically ambitious for its students and strives to provide high-quality education.Excellence:
ARU is ranked in the top 15% of universities in the UK for graduate employment and has been recognized for its excellence in education, social work, and sports science.Collaboration:
ARU fosters collaboration between students, businesses, and partners, and its courses are recognized by industry and professionally accredited.Impact:
ARU conducts impactful research that addresses pressing issues and makes a difference in the community.Enterprise:
ARU encourages entrepreneurship and provides mentorship, support, and start-up funding through the Anglia Ruskin Enterprise Academy.Enthusiasm:
ARU's can-do attitude and infectious enthusiasm set it apart from other universities.Academic Programs:
The context mentions that ARU offers a wide range of courses, including undergraduate, postgraduate, postgraduate research, college courses, apprenticeships, short courses, and distance learning programs. It also highlights the university's commitment to providing career-ready graduates.
Other:
The context mentions that ARU has campuses in Cambridge, Chelmsford, Peterborough, and Writtle. It also highlights the university's commitment to sustainability, equality, diversity, and inclusion.
Entry Requirements:
There are no formal entry requirements for this course, however you're required to wear work clothes suitable for the weather, including sturdy footwear (preferably with steel toe caps) and work gloves. You're also asked to use your own tools so please bring secateurs, loppers and a pruning saw. By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in the course.
