Soil Science FdSc
Cornwall College
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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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Cornwall College University Centre at the Eden Project

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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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Cornwall College University Centre at the Eden Project

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Foundation Degree in Science - FdSc

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FdSc Soil Science is a programme designed to train a new wave of soil practitioners and researchers focused on the ability for soil function and health to bring environmental, social and economic benefits.Our earth is changing, amid the continuing ecological crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, erosion, air, water and soil pollution, we are also facing a future that demands more provision from less viable land as the worlds soils become increasingly depleted. This does not need to be ...Read more

FdSc Soil Science is a programme designed to train a new wave of soil practitioners and researchers focused on the ability for soil function and health to bring environmental, social and economic benefits.Our earth is changing, amid the continuing ecological crises of climate change, biodiversity loss, erosion, air, water and soil pollution, we are also facing a future that demands more provision from less viable land as the worlds soils become increasingly depleted. This does not need to be the future we live, through the application of science and ecological principles we can generate positive change and enhancement of the natural environment.Located at Cornwall’s Eden Project, the University Centre Eden offers a suite of higher education qualifications across a variety of land based sectors to include: Horticulture, Plant Science, Soil Science, Ecology and Garden and Landscape Design. Taught by expert trainers and awarded by the University of Plymouth creates a unique opportunity for those wishing to make the world a better place.


Progression

BSc Environmental Resource Management BSc Horticulture (Plant Science)

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A level

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International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme:

24 Grades / Points required

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

MPP Grades / Points required

64 UCAS Tariff points from A2 level in appropriate subjects

64 UCAS Tariff points from Highers/Advanced Highers

64 UCAS Tariff points

45 credits at level 3 in an appropriate subject

In appropriate subject areas

In an appropriate subject area

Tuition fees

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England

£9,250 per year

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£9,250 per year

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Students from Scotland

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Students from Wales

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Students from Northern Ireland

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£16,500 per year

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Students from Channel Islands

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£16,500 per year

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£16500 Per year

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Cornwall College
Bodelva Cornwall St Austell PL24 2SG United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Par  1.1 miles away

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