Organic Distance Programme

The BHU now offers a distance (correspondence) programme in organics.

Qualification:

Certificate in Organics Level 3 - 40 credits

Graduates from the Certificate in Organic Horticulture Level 3 will have key knowledge and skills for successful organic growing. They will acquire knowledge of the key organic principles, the history of organics, including the key people and organisations involved, training providers and career opportunities; the principles and practices of composting; and soil principles and management. Students choose from the following range of electives; design and management of shelter belts; permaculture principles and design; plant structure and function; plan plantings for birds and insectsThey will also develop skills and knowledge for use in employment within the organic horticulture industry or for use in their own gardens or small holdings.

Duration:

This is a part time qualification. Students have one year to complete the qualification form the date of enrolment.

Practical Component:

The programme includes a five day block course held at the Biological Husbandry Unit (BHU), Lincoln University, October 1st - 5th 2012.

Courses:

Students must complete a minimum of 40 credits as follows

Core Courses

Foundations of Organic Horticulture -10 credits

Composting - 5 credits

Soils in Organic Horticulture - 10 credits

Electives (students must complete a minimum of 15 credits from the following options)

Plan plantings for insect and bird retention - 5 credits

Natural Shelter - 5 credits

Structure and Growth of Plants - 5 credits

Permaculture in Organic Horticulture - 10 credits

Fees

The fees for this programme are $251.00.  Please forward your fees*, enrolment form and a certified copy of your birth certificate or passport to:

Programme Information

Click here for the programme handbook and course descriptors

Please cntact the BHU for course details and enrolment information.

Download the enrolment form here