Course

Bachelor of Horticulture

Approved Abbreviation: BHort

Western Sydney University Course Code: 3581.3

CRICOS Code: 044789E

From 2009 this course is being replaced by:

This degree is designed to provide all students with essential knowledge of horticulture so that all graduates can become effective members of any horticultural enterprise. In conjunction with the core program students can specialise in a wide variety of areas of horticultural activity, including production, landscape horticulture and viticulture and winemaking. The educational approach adopted aims to develop not only the technical skills and knowledge of students, but also makes extensive use of practical exposures and personalised supervision of each student to provide a distinctive approach to tertiary education. The combination of formal instruction, self-directed tasks and commercial enterprise experiences means that a graduate should be productive in the short-run and should be able to move into senior management positions within the industry. Students are strongly encouraged to work closely with industry and society and to spend time off campus gaining relevant experience. The horticultural outdoor laboratory facilities are used throughout the program as study models and to develop skills. Students are encouraged to become involved in the ongoing activities of these facilities and to utilise them for research work.

Study Mode
Three years full-time. A reduced load may also be acceptable, under advice of the Head of Program.

Admission

Any two units of mathematics and any two units of science (biology or chemistry recommended) - bridging courses are available.

Course Structure

Recommended Sequence

Full-time

Year 1

Autumn session

300221

Biology 1

300469

Introductory Chemistry