Course modules
Year 1
Principles of tree management
Understanding the principles of tree management.
Woody vegetation formation and physiology
Woody vegetation formation and physiology
Tree biomechanics and maintenance
Tree biomechanics and maintenance
Pest, disease and disorder identification
Pest, disease and disorder identification
Tree related damage to built structures
Tree related damage to built structures
Entry requirements & additional information
Entry requirements
Students need to be 18 years of age or over with a recognised arboricultural qualification at level three or above. Applicants with an ABC level 2 qualification in arboriculture will be considered on an individual basis based on their theoretical understanding of the subject and a reference from the level two course tutor.
All other level 3 or above qualifications will be considered on an individual basis.
Learning and assessment
All learning materials have been specifically designed for this course and for the requirement of meeting the learning objectives devised by the awarding body. All learning materials will be delivered online through the use of the Virtual Learning Environment- CANVAS. Additional learning and assessment support will be made available through the modules through 1:1 tutor dialogue and use of discussion boards to collaborate with your peers.
All learning objectives will be assessed by written assignments which you will complete. These will then be marked and feedback given to you. All assignments will go to make a complete portfolio of completed work.
PLEASE NOTE: Due to the high number of assessments required in order to pass the course. It is advisable that a minimum of ten hours are dedicated to studying and completing the assessments.
Progression
Foundation Degree in Arboriculture (2 years full time), AA Technician's Certificate or similar course.
Careers
Operative within an Arboricultural contracting or surveying/consulting firm or Local Authority, both in the United Kingdom and abroad. Self-employed tree work contractors or surveyor/consultant or relative department within a Local Authority or industry contractor.
Special requirements
Access to a personal computer, internet facilities and a current e-mail account are essential IT requirements:
- Access to a PC
- Broadband internet connection
- Email account
As a Myerscough College Student, and for the duration of your course, you will have free access to Microsoft Office 365 including all Office applications including a Microsoft OneDrive cloud storage account.
Although not mandatory, subscriptions to journals, periodicals and websites are recommended to provide a wider scope of information and understanding.
Work experience
Although work experience is not part of the course, for your own self-reflection and application of knowledge, it is strongly recommended that applicants try to gain experience within the Arboricultural industry throughout their time of study, or are already practising arborists.
