Program Overview
Plant Propagation
Overview
This course will introduce the various methods you can use to increase your plant numbers. We'll discuss the time of year when cuttings should be taken or seeds sown, types of pots required, and suitable compost to use. We'll also cover the environment and care that each type of plant requires after propagation.
Who Should Attend?
This course is open to all. You do not need any previous experience of plant propagation.
Dates
Dates are to be 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 suitable outdoor clothing, appropriate for weather conditions, and sturdy footwear (steel toe-capped preferred). You'll also need gardening gloves, bypass secateurs, a pruning or flat bladed knife and note-taking equipment.
By making a booking you are declaring yourself medically fit to participate in the course.
Program Outline
Careers:
Program Outcomes
This course is open to all. You do not need any previous experience in plant propagation and students may be able to use these principles within the home.
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.
Careers:
Program Outcomes
This course is open to all. You do not need any previous experience in plant propagation and students may be able to use these principles within the home.
