Horticulture is the science of the propagation, cultivation and maintenance of plants and the use of plant material for the improvement of the environment.  With population growth and new scientific and technological challenges presenting themselves daily, this course may lead to a career rich in rewards, with excellent job opportunities.  Training takes place in modern, on-campus growing facilities under motivated and well-qualified staff with a wealth of industrial and teaching experience.  This facilitates the training of practically orientated graduates for a role in the development, production and maintenance of environmentally friendly and aesthetically pleasing gardens, playing fields and commercial garden retail centres.