Horticulturalist Courses in Adelaide

The AHC50422 Diploma of Horticulture Management is a comprehensive program designed to equip students with the advanced skills and knowledge required to work in the field of horticulture. This diploma focuses on strategic management, sustainable practices, and advanced horticultural techniques, preparing students for leadership roles in the evolving horticulture industry..

The AHC40422 Certificate IV in Horticulture helps you build a solid knowledge of plant establishment, soil health, and revegetation. At the same time gaining higher end skills to help you cost out projects, work within a budget, and minimise the use of chemicals. Perfect for anyone wanting their own landscaping or gardening business. Enquire now for the full list of units and enrolment instructions..

Do you work with agricultural chemicals and need the skills to handle, transport, and store them safely? How about the AHCSS00074 Agricultural Chemical Skill Set? It’s a group of nationally recognised short courses that cover the essential aspects of agricultural chemical usage and safety. Competencies include: identifying pests and weeds then determining chemical requirements, identifying different chemicals and assessing their hazards, preparing chemical mixes in accordance with label instructions, safely applying chemicals using a range of application equipment, transporting and storing chemicals according to their Safety Data Sheets SDSs. Enquire now for the list of agricultural career competencies and upcoming enrolment dates. PLEASE NOTE: this skillset is completed as a standalone course and articulates to a full qualification in either horticulture or agriculture..

The Bachelor of Agricultural Science is a comprehensive course designed to provide a deep understanding of agricultural principles and practices. It covers essential aspects of agriculture, including crop and animal science, agribusiness management, and sustainable farming methods. Students engage in both theoretical study and practical fieldwork, gaining skills in modern agricultural techniques and technologies. This course prepares graduates for a range of careers in the agricultural sector, equipping them to contribute effectively to the evolving needs of global food production and sustainable farming. .

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) (Plant Science) delves into pressing global challenges, notably global warming and fossil fuel reliance. It emphasises the potential of plants in biofuel production and carbon sequestration. This course provides an in-depth understanding of plant mechanisms, from molecular to ecosystem levels, enabling advancements in food, pharmaceutical, and timber production. It also tackles plant resilience against drought, salinity, and pollutants, and explores innovative plant uses, such as biofactories..

The Bachelor of Science (Plant Biology) examines various aspects of plant life, including plant physiology, conservation, and biogeography. Students will explore topics ranging from environmental changes to food biotechnology. The course also delves into plant morphology, reproduction, and evolution. This knowledge equips graduates to pursue careers in diverse fields such as biofuel development, nutritional plant research, and the discovery of plant-based medical therapies..