Graduate Diploma in Urban Horticulture
The University of Melbourne
Type of institution: University/Higher Education Institution
Level: Postgraduate
CRICOS: 00116K
Looking for a career change with a focus on plants? The Graduate Diploma of Urban Horticulture is a perfect introduction to designing, creating, managing and advocating for urban green spaces.
Designed for
Those with qualifications in areas other than horticulture who wish to study the technological and management perspective of horticulture
Structure
The Graduate Diploma in Urban Horticulture is a 100-point program, made up of: Compulsory core subjects (4 subjects, 50 points) and elective subjects (4 subjects, 50 points)
Subjects
- Urban horticulture
Standard entry requirements
An undergraduate degree or a graduate certificate with a major in any discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 65 per cent, or equivalent, orAn honours degree or graduate diploma in any discipline, or equivalent.
Study pathways
Completion of an Honours program or a Postgraduate Diploma in Urban Horticulture (or equivalent) will give an advanced standing of 100 points into the Master of Urban Horticulture.
Study information
| Campus | Fees | Entry | Mid year intake | Attendance |
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| Burnley | Domestic: $34,240 International: $46,976 | No |
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Further information
Graduates are employed in careers including arboriculture, commerce and sales, education and training, garden design and management, landscape management, horticultural media and nursery production. Graduates may also pursue a career in management or research and development in emerging areas such as green infrastructure, urban food production, and social and therapeutic horticulture.
