New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture (Nursery Production) (Level 3) - work based

If you’re already employed in the nursery production industry, this programme is for you. Enjoy a 50/50 mix of theory and practical learning and study online while using your workplace as a setting in which to practise your developing skills.

Domestic

Duration
3 Years Part-time
Level
3
Credits
70
Fees
$4,994
*Approximate full qualification tuition fee - see Fees section for more info.
Delivery
Online with block course(s)
Location
Work-based
Intakes
Flexible

International

Level
3
Credits
70
Fees
0
*Approximate full qualification tuition fee

What You Study

Courses

This programme is based in your workplace with regular visits from your programme facilitator. You will also have the opportunity to attend some block courses at the Central Campus. You will build your experience and knowledge of the techniques required to propagate and grow commercial nursery crops, as well as identifying, naming and selecting plants for a range of sites. The courses in this programme include:

  • Communication (10 credits)
  • Nursery Plant Care (15 credits)
  • Plant Identification and Selection (15 credits)
  • Propagation (15 credits)
  • Plant Science (15 credits)

Further study options

Advance your knowledge with our online New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Production (Level 4) (Fruit Production).  

Workload

Your workload

You should expect to spend a minimum of 10 hours a week on this programme.

Entry

Entry requirements

  • Open entry.

If you need to improve your English Language skills, we offer a wide range of English programmes. 

Please note: This programme is not available to international students.   

Fees

Domestic fees

Full tuition
Standard
$4,994

Tuition fees

The tuition fees shown above are approximate only. There may be a slight fee increase per year once Tertiary Education Commission (TEC) rules and guidelines are applied.

Student Services Fee

For most students, your tuition fee shown above includes a Student Services Fee – also known as the Student Levy. This compulsory fee covers your access to the student services we offer. This cost is tailored depending on how you're studying.

Application

A change for 2023 enrolments

When you apply to study with Otago Polytechnic in 2023, you will be enrolled with Te Pūkenga, the new national network of vocational and applied education in Aotearoa New Zealand. You will learn in the same way, in the same place, and with the same people, and you will graduate with a Te Pūkenga qualification.

Get in touch

0800 762 786
International +64 3 477 3014
Email: info@op.ac.nz
https://www.op.ac.nz/programmes/nzqa/new-zealand-certificate-in-horticulture-nursery-production-level-3-work-based