Federation University
Diploma of Horticulture
Nationally Recognised Vocational Education and Training (VET)You love creating outdoor spaces for your community to enjoy and you have plenty of industry experience. Now is the time to build on the skills you have learnt and get prepared to step into a leadership role.
You will develop your practical knowledge of landscape design, plant classification and plant problem diagnosis, as well as learn leadership and management skills including production and restoration planning, preparation of estimates and quotes and providing leadership.
But one of the best things about this program is that while practising your new skills on location in the beautiful and historic Ballarat Botanical Gardens, you can complete the diploma in just 1 year.
Delivery mode
Federation University offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- Gillies St, Lake Wendouree, Ballarat
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
Course fees
For more information about this course and payment options please enquire now.
Career opportunities
The Diploma of Horticulture will prepare you for the following roles.
Irrigation Technician
An Irrigation Technician works on a range of irrigation systems for residential gardens, community parks and landscaped areas. You might install ir...
Head Gardener
A Head Gardener oversees the creation and maintenance of gardens, parks and landscaped areas. You might design green spaces, prepare costings and s...
Park Manager
Park Manager oversees daily operations of parks, ensuring high standards of customer service and facility maintenance. Responsibilities include man...
Horticulturalist
A Horticulturalist works in a range of different fields to cultivate green areas or help other people select plants. You might work with farmers to...
Gardener
A Gardener establishes and maintains green spaces such as private gardens, community parks or landscaped public spaces. You might prepare an area f...
Irrigation Specialist
An Irrigation Specialist customises irrigation systems for public parks and gardens or private residences. You might liaise with clients and design...
About Federation University
At Federation University, the desire to transform lives and enhance communities informs everything we do. From research that improves people’s lives right around the world, to supporting our students to succeed at their studies and in life – we make a difference.
