This course provides sound technical horticultural skills and knowledge. The course is a practically-based diploma where there will be development of skills and knowledge in horticulture and in managerial aspects of horticulture. Areas of study include plant identification, pest and disease management, soils, plant establishment, garden restoration, computers and report writing, garden design and planning and turf cultivation.
Students at NMIT's Greensborough campus will be trained in a modern facility that includes a fully-equipped workshop for landscaping skills, a laboratory for plant identification and an extensive garden area for design, plant establishment and maintenance skills. There is also a computer laboratory with CAD software and a well-resourced library.
About the Course
- Local Students
- International Students
- National Code: RTF50103
- CRICOS Code: 051531F
Campus: Fairfield, Greensborough
Duration
Full-time: 2 years
Part-time:
available
Part-time not available to International Students
Modes of Delivery
Classroom
Further Study and Careers
Pathways to Further Study
These qualifications may lead to further study in horticulture at tertiary institutes
Career Opportunities
Career opportunities exist as positions in local government, landscape companies, private gardens, historic gardens, botanic gardens and institutions.
Entrance Requirements
Local Students:
VCE is required for students entering directly from school. Mature age students require the equivalent of Year 12. Applicants will be required to complete a pre entry questionnaire and participate in an informal interview.
International Students:
(for both courses on this page) Australian Year 12 (or recognised equivalent) or relevant work experience. IELTS 5.5 or higher (or recognised equivalents). Mature Age.Materials
Assessment Methods
Various forms of assessment may be used including: Demonstration of skills, Tests and assignments, Folios, Oral activities,Third party reports.
Materials
List of safety equipment and books that need to be purchased by students will be distributed to students early in the course.
Fees
Local Fees:
Eligible for govt subsidy: max $2,000 | Ineligible for govt subsidy: max $10,000
International Fees:
A$10200 p.a.
Australian Government subsidised place:
You could be eligible for an Australian Government subsidised place if you meet the specific requirements, for more information about fees click here.
VET FEE-HELP helps you pay your VET tuition fees:
You could be eligible to access a VET FEE-HELP loan to pay your VET tuition fees for a number of NMIT Diplomas and Advanced Diplomas.
More Information
How to Apply
Local Students
Full-time (2011):
To start this course in 2011 apply directly to NMIT.
Full-time Mid-year Entry (2010):
To start this course in 2010 apply directly to NMIT.
Part-time:
Please contact the department directly if you are interested in studying part time.
International Students
Click to download an
Application for Enrolment Form
Units of Study
The Units of Study listed below have been approved for VET FEE-HELP. You may be required to undertake additional Units of Study in order to obtain the qualification. You will need to determine your particular combination of Units of Study with the department.
| Code | Subject | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| RTC5011A | Collect and classify plants | 100 |
| RTC5801A | Provide specialist advice to clients | 110 |
| RTC5908A | Prepare estimates, quotes and tenders | 80 |
| RTC5914A | Prepare reports | 60 |
| RTF4003A | Plan a plant establishment program | 80 |
| RTF5005A | Manage plant health | 100 |
| RTF5009A | Plan the restoration of parks and gardens | 120 |
| RTF5010A | Prepare a landscape project design | 120 |
| RTF5013A | Manage plant cultural practices for amenity horticulture | 200 |
| RTF5521A | Monitor and manage soils/growing media | 100 |
