Agricultural Science Course

4.7 ( 8 REVIEWS )

32 STUDENTS

Overview

Food shortages, poor soil management, and low crop productivity continue to affect farming communities worldwide. Many people want to learn modern farming methods but struggle to find beginner-friendly training. The Agricultural Science Course helps learners build strong knowledge of farming, plant growth, soil care, and animal production in one complete programme. This Agricultural Science Course explains important topics such as horticulture, pest control, aquaculture, and dairy farming using simple and clear lessons. Learners will also explore home gardening, ornamental plants, and sustainable farming methods that support better agricultural results. Whether you want to work in agriculture, improve farming knowledge, or start small-scale farming projects, the Agricultural Science Course provides flexible online learning designed to support both personal and professional development in today’s growing agricultural sector worldwide.

Key Benefits Included

► Accredited by CPD
► Endorsed by QLS (Quality Licence Scheme)
► Instant Access
► 24/7 Learning Assistance
► Self-paced learning and laptop, tablet, smartphone-friendly
► Fully online, interactive course with audio voiceover
► Developed by qualified professionals in the field

Sneak Peek

Learning Outcomes

► Identify key principles of agricultural science and farming systems
► Explain soil science, plant nutrition, and crop growth methods
► Apply pest and weed control techniques for healthier crops
► Recognise effective methods for animal and dairy farming
► Evaluate sustainable farming and home gardening approaches

Who is This Course For?

► Beginners interested in farming and agriculture
► Home gardeners wanting to improve growing methods
► Learners interested in horticulture and soil science
► Individuals planning small-scale farming projects
► People exploring careers in agriculture and food production

Certification

CPD Certification

After successfully completing the assessment of this course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates.
PDF certificate: £9.99
Hardcopy certificate: £15.99

Endorsed Certificate of Achievement from the Quality Licence Scheme

Upon successful completion of the 2D Animation: Ultimate Guide to Adobe Animate course, you can order an original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered, with a pricing scheme of —
► 139 GBP within UK
► 149 GBP for International Delivery — Postal Fees Included

Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses

Career Opportunities

► Agricultural Assistant – £22,000 to £34,000 per year
► Farm Supervisor – £25,000 to £38,000 per year
► Horticulture Technician – £23,000 to £35,000 per year
► Dairy Farm Worker – £24,000 to £36,000 per year
► Agricultural Sales Representative – £26,000 to £40,000 per year

Course Curriculum

The course covers a wide range of essential topics, including:

Module 01: Introduction to Agricultural Science

Module 02: Horticulture and The Nursery Production

Module 03: Plant Propagation

Module 04: Soil Science

Module 05: Plant Nutrition

Module 06: Controlling Plant Pests

Module 07: Weed Control

Module 08: Home Gardening

Module 09: Ornamental Plants

Module 10: Cut Flowers

Module 11: Permaculture

Module 12: Aquaculture

Module 13: Animal Farming – Raising Beef Cattle

Module 14: Animal Farming – Milking of Dairy Cattle

Excellent

4.7 Average - 8 Reviews

★ Reviews

The lessons were easy to follow and covered many important farming topics. I especially enjoyed the sections on soil science and plant nutrition.

This course gave me a better understanding of sustainable farming and home gardening. The content was clear and well organised.

Course Curriculum

Module 1: Introduction to Agricultural Science
	Introduction to Agricultural Science	00:18:00
Module 2: Horticulture and The Nursery Production
	Horticulture and The Nursery Production	00:22:00
Module 3: Plant Propagation
	Plant Propagation	00:32:00
Module 4: Soil Science
	Soil Science	00:25:00
Module 5: Plant Nutrition
	Plant Nutrition	00:25:00
Module 6: Controlling Plant Pests
	Controlling Plant Pests	00:24:00
Module 7: Weed Control
	Weed Control	00:30:00
Module 8: Home Gardening
	Home Gardening	00:17:00
Module 9: Ornamental Plants
	Ornamental Plants	00:14:00
Module 10: Cut Flowers
	Cut Flowers	00:18:00
Module 11: Permaculture
	Permaculture	00:20:00
Module 12: Aquaculture
	Aquaculture	00:18:00
Module 13: Animal Farming – Raising Beef Cattle
	Animal Farming – Raising Beef Cattle	00:24:00
Module 14: Animal Farming – Milking of Dairy Cattle
	Animal Farming – Milking of Dairy Cattle	00:23:00
Assignment
	Assignment – Agricultural Science	2 weeks, 5 days