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Arboriculture and Tree Management

  • FdSc
  • 3 Years
  • Distance learning (part-time)
  • 08/09/2025
  • Undergraduate
Preston Campus
Awarded by:
University of Lancashire
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Course summary

The course is delivered at University Centre Myerscough and awarded by the University of Central Lancashire.

Arboriculture - the science and practice of establishing and maintaining trees, is a rewarding and exciting industry to enter. If you are interested in becoming an arboriculturalist or currently work in the industry and want to progress into tree survey and inspection, set up your own business or take on a supervisory role, this is the course for you. This course integrates aspects of science and technology to ensure that you are equipped with the necessary skill set for work at management level.

You will learn how to survey and inspect trees, diagnose decay and integrate tree biology and soil science into tree care and management strategies. A focus is also given to tree production and establishment practices, highlighting a range of current and innovative new techniques to help meet the challenge of planting trees in urban locations. Tree law, tree protection, safe working practices and the social, environmental, economic and aesthetic benefits of trees are also covered. A choice of option modules allows you to develop your skills in either research methods and data analysis or in business and entrepreneurship.

The development of work related practical skills and experiences is an integral part of the Foundation Degree in Arboriculture and Tree Management. A module dedicated to covering vocational skills and the opportunity to carry out an investigative project related to the arboriculture industry are key elements of the course. Many modules contain real-life scenarios for you to apply your knowledge. . Visiting speakers and trips to sites, employers and nurseries will provide you with excellent opportunities for networking within the industry to set you on the path towards a career in Arboriculture and Tree Management.

Modules

Year 1 - Arboricultural Practices; Academic and Vocational Skills; Essential Plant and Soil Science; Applied Tree Biology
Year 2 – Dendrology; Tree Production, Establishment and Biosecurity; Pests, Diseases and Weeds; Tree Management and the Law
Year 3 - Research Methods OR Business Development and Planning; Environmental Plant Physiology; Industry Project; Woodland and Veteran Tree Management

Ways to study this course

Campuses

  • Preston Campus

Study options

  • FdSc • Distance learning (part-time) • 3 Years

Start dates

  • 08/09/2025

Apply by
29 January

This is the equal consideration deadline. You can still apply after this date, but your application may not receive guaranteed consideration.

Application codes

Course code:
D518
Institution code:
M99
Campus name:
Preston Campus
Campus Code:
-
Points of Entry:
Year 1, 2, 3

University Centre Myerscough has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.

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How to apply

Apply by
29 January

This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.

Application codes

Course code:
D518
Institution code:
M99
Campus name:
Preston Campus
Campus Code:
-

Points of entry

The following entry points are available for this course:

  • Year 1
  • Year 2
  • Year 3

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Entry requirements

Qualification requirements

UCAS Tariff - 48 points

A level - CE

AS levels may be used to contribute to entry requirements but they are not sufficient for entry on their own.

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - PPP

Alternative equivalent Level 3 qualifications such as City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (1080) will also be considered.

Access to HE Diploma - D: 0 credits M: 0 credits P: 45 credits

Scottish Higher - CCD

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - MP

Alternative equivalent Level 3 qualifications such as City and Guilds Level 3 Advanced Technical Extended Diploma (720) will also be considered.

Scottish Advanced Higher - CD

T Level - P - D*

We accept technical level qualifications to be used either as a standalone qualification to meet the UCAS tariff points or in combination with other qualifications to contribute to the total number of UCAS tariff points

Normally 5 GCSEs Including Maths and English (or equivalents) are required, however, applicants are advised to check with the University Centre if they do not possess the specific qualifications.

The University Centre may consider applicants with work experience within a relevant industry in place of some qualifications.

Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) will be considered on an individual basis.

If you have any queries in relation to entry qualifications, then please contact the University Centre directly.

Additional entry requirements

Interview
You may be required to attend an interview and will be contacted directly if this is the case.

English language requirements

TestGradeAdditional details
IELTS (Academic)6Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent.

Historical entry grades data BETA

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Fees and funding

Tuition fees

LocationFeeYear
England£1125Module
Northern Ireland£1125Module
Scotland£1125Module
Wales£1125Module
EU£1250Module
International£1250Module
Channel Islands£1125Module

Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website.

Additional fee information

Additional costs for items that are essential for the course include: chainsaw boots and trousers - £250 approximately. Additional costs for opportunities and items that are optional for the course include: assessments for Industry Certificate of Competence - £700 approximately.

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