About Horticulture (honours) in Cork Institute of Technology

Course summary

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Horticulture degree offers student the opportunity to continue their studies preparing them for more advanced entry to business with a higher skill portfolio. Particular focus is being paid to Agri food in terms of fruit, vegetables and flowers for which the Munster region has an identified competitive advantage, while building on the programme currently undertaken by students at CIT and equally offering progression opportunities for graduates from comparable level 7 Horticulture degree programmes.

Career

The Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Horticulture aims to provide graduates with a strong focus on Science and Business as related to Horticulture and agribusiness. Graduates may find themselves working in the established Horticulture or agribusiness area or pursuing relevant postgraduate programmes.  

Particular focus is being paid to Agri food in terms of fruit, vegetables and flowers for which the Munster region has an identified competitive advantage.  

Academic qualification equivalents

• Class 12 passed students from a recognized board including CBSE, CISCE or a state board
• All India Senior School Certificate or Higher Secondary Certificate/Standard 12 or Indian School Certificate (Year 12) as recognized qualifications

English language requirements (one of the below):

• IELTS 6.5 overall (6.0 for Business programmes)
• IELTS 5.5 in all four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing)
• PTE 60 (63 for integrated programmes)
• PTE 55 in all four components (listening, reading, speaking and writing)