Others include quarantine inspection, soil analysis, and research with organisations like the NSW Royal Botanic Gardens. This course teaches how plants work, their genetics and propagation, how to identify and treat diseases and other problems, and how plants interact with the broader environment. It provides a thorough grounding in plant science, ecology studies and plant production systems. Many other horticultural courses focus on food crops grown outdoors. At UTS, we keep in mind the variety of ways horticultural skills are put to use in the real world - in parks, gardens, office spaces, and even the golf course.
Plants are more than food and produce.
Think of the many ways plants are cultivated in today's world. In the natural setting, native plants have a special integrity increasingly recognised by governments and planners who need the skills that our graduates can offer. H.S.C or equivalent with Maths and a Science subject. If you have spent some time in the workforce, or have some previous tertiary study experience, your qualifications and work experience may qualify you for admission to this course. Additionally, if you have some prior tertiary study experience you may be eligible for exemptions from some subjects.