Horticulture: How Maths Makes Your Garden Grow?

Join us on this short maths course where you will learn about how plants grow and develop.

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When does this start and end?

25 May 2023 - 26 May 2023

What are the entry requirements?

No formal qualifications are required to study this course. A willingness to learn is essential.

How much does this cost?

FREE*

* This course is fully funded for eligible students.

If you are not eligible, the cost of the course is £25.00. If you choose to stay residentially, and you are not eligible via the residential funding assessment, there will be an additional fee to pay. The vast majority of students are eligible to study and stay residentially for free and we will confirm when you apply.

Introduction

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

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Course description

It’s science, but it’s also a little bit of magic. Join us on this short maths course where you will learn about how plants grow and develop. You will learn about cloning plants and photosynthesis, as well as the kind of maths that nature presents us with. If you are interested in Horticulture and want to develop your maths skills at the same time, this is the course for you.

What you will learn:

Biology of growing – germination, photosynthesis, feeding
Cloning plants
Growing herbs and vegetables
Nature’s numbers

What can this course lead to?

Functional Skills qualifications in English or Maths

Level 1 Award in Practical Horticulture Skills

Course session dates

Session dates for 25 May 2023 - 26 May 2023

Thursday 25 May 2023 to Friday 26 May 2023

Introduction

This is an introductory level course for beginners and requires no formal qualifications to apply.

Found out about Progression

Students come to us to get those "magic key" English and maths qualifications that will open doors to their futures. We know that our students can arrive with mixed feelings about these subjects, so our job is to create a safe and welcoming space to develop confidence as well as these essential skills. When you come to study with us, you will be supported to start at the right level for you and to progress at your own pace to succeed

Ruth North Lead Tutor, English and Maths

“I am enjoying being back in education - learning, meeting awsome people and getting my confidence back.” - Craig
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All staff are amazing always, and willing to help with anything you need. I’m still doing English and Maths but no longer struggle in any of the subjects. All this because of the tutors' support and the good friends I made here. Thank you so much.

Everyone I've met has been great, from the teaching staff to cleaning staff, all really friendly and welcoming. The gardens and grounds are amazing. I'm so glad to be able to study here.

Two years ago, I first went to Northern College for the first time to do a self confidence course. Approximately eight courses later including counselling and several people skills courses, I am now working in a homeless hostel supporting the vulnerable and encouraging them to attend courses at Northern College.