Course Overview

The HND Arboriculture and Urban Forestry will give you the skills, knowledge, and experience to manage trees and woodlands in an urban setting, such as towns and parks.

You will study at the Scottish School of Forestry, part of UHI Inverness, and will be taught by staff and professionals who are experts in all aspects of forestry.

To enhance employability, you may undertake a one-year work placement (this takes place between the HNC and HND years of the course); a driver's license is a prerequisite for this placement year.

Special features

• You will study at the Scottish School of Forestry, part of UHI Inverness, under the guidance of expert staff

• You can study full-time or part-time to suit your personal and professional circumstances

• You will learn the skills necessary to become a supervisor in arboriculture and urban forestry or to set up your own business

• You may undertake a one-year work placement (this takes place between the HNC and HND year of the course); a driving license is a prerequisite for this placement year

General Eligibility

• 2 Scottish Highers at grade C or above OR

• 1 Scottish Higher at grade B, plus 4 National 5s at grade B or above OR

• 2 A levels at grade D or above

• Prospective students without the standard entry requirements listed above but with relevant industry experience are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis

• A driving license is a prerequisite for the optional placement year (between the HNC and HND)

Part Time Work Details

20 hours work permit for international students

Language Requirement

• • Overall score of 5.5 with no element below 5.0

  • Pearson Test of English (PTE) Academic3-Min 50

  • TOEFL-Min 69 or above with min 17 in each section