Agricultural Science – QLS Endorsed
Course Overview
Ever wondered how science shapes the food on your plate? Are you intrigued by sustainable practices and environmental responsibility? An agricultural science course is your gateway to this fascinating world!
This comprehensive program delves into the scientific principles that fuel food production. Explore plant biology, the secrets of healthy soil, and even animal physiology – the building blocks of a thriving agricultural system. You’ll then dive deeper into crop production and management, learning how farmers cultivate diverse crops. This includes mastering soil management, combating pests and diseases, and implementing cutting-edge irrigation techniques. For those interested in animals, the course explores the science behind raising healthy livestock, encompassing animal nutrition, breeding practices, and their overall well-being.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course, you will be able to know about:
- Horticulture and The Nursery Production
- Plant Nutrition
- Controlling Plant Pests
- Soil Science
- Home Gardening
Please Note: Thames College is a One Education approved resale partner for Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed courses.
Why Choose Thames College?
Thames College offers you the benefit of —
- Free QLS Endorsed Certificate upon completing the course.
- Learn with engaging voice-over and visual elements to facilitate your learning process.
- Participate in quick assessments and get instant feedback on your progress.
- Receive round-the-clock access to expert assistance.
- Get a year's worth of unlimited access to the course.
- Study at your own schedule from the convenience of your own home.
Who Is This Course For?
Whether you’re destined for the fields or simply fascinated by your food, this agricultural science course has something for you! It caters to a diverse range of learners with a shared curiosity about the world we eat from.
Future farmers and agricultural professionals will find this course an invaluable foundation. It equips you with the core scientific knowledge needed to thrive in careers like farming, agricultural research, or food science. Gain a strong understanding of the scientific principles that underpin successful food production and get a head start in your chosen path.
Certificate of Achievement
Quality Licence Scheme Endorsed Certificate of Achievement
Upon successful completion of this course, you will receive a free original hardcopy certificate of achievement endorsed by the Quality Licence Scheme. The certificate will be home-delivered for free. It should be noted that students who live outside the UK must pay a £10 postage fee.
CPD Certification
After successfully completing the assessment of this course, you can apply for the CPD accredited certificates. The PDF version is only £2.99 and the Hardcopy version will cost you £8.99.
Disclaimer
The Agricultural Science – QLS Endorsed course has been endorsed under the Quality Licence Scheme. This means that One Education has undergone an external quality check to ensure that the organisation and the courses it offers meet defined quality criteria. The completion of this Agricultural Science – QLS Endorsed course alone does not lead to a regulated qualification but may be used as evidence of knowledge and skills gained. The Learner Unit Summary may be used as evidence towards Recognition of Prior Learning if you wish to progress your studies in this subject. To this end the learning outcomes of the Agricultural Science – QLS Endorsed course have been benchmarked at Level 5 against level descriptors published by Ofqual, to indicate the depth of study and level of demand/complexity involved in successful completion by the learner.
The Agricultural Science – QLS Endorsed course itself has been designed by One Education to meet specific learners’ and/or employers’ requirements which cannot be satisfied through current regulated qualifications.
The Quality Licence Scheme endorsement involves robust and rigorous quality audits by external auditors to ensure quality is continually met. A review of courses is carried out as part of the endorsement process.
Requirements
No formal entry requirements! No prerequisites or relevant experience is required!
This course is accessible to anyone with an eagerness to learn. All you require is—
- A smart device with a stable internet connection
- A keen interest in this subject
- And being over the age of 16.
Career Path
Farm Manager: £30,000 – £50,000+
Agricultural Consultant: £25,000 – £45,000+
Soil Scientist: £28,000 – £40,000+
Plant Breeder/Geneticist: £30,000 – £50,000+
Agricultural Researcher: £27,000 – £42,000+
Food Scientist: £28,000 – £45,000+
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 | ||
| Order Your Certificate | |||
| Order Your Certificate QLS | 00:00:00 | ||
Certificate of Achievement
Upon completion, you will receive a CPD-accredited certificate recognised globally. Choose from:
Pdf Certificate & Transcript £7.99
Hardcopy Certificate & Transcript £17.99
This certification validates your knowledge and skills, boosting your employability in healthcare.
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