New Zealand Certificate in Horticulture Production (Fruit Production) (Level 4) - on campus

Learn on campus at our ten-hectare crop production facility where wine grapes and cherries are grown. Enjoy a 50-50 mix of theoretical and practical studies, and undertake work experience within Central Otago's extensive horticulture industry.

Domestic

Duration
1 Year Part-time
Level
4
Credits
90
Fees
$5,870
*Approximate full qualification tuition fee – see Fees section for more info.
Delivery
On campus
Location
Cromwell
Intakes
February
July

International

Level
4
Credits
90
Fees
0
*Approximate full qualification tuition fee

What You Study

This qualification is a 50-50 mix of theoretical and practical studies. Your learning will be based at our ten-hectare crop production facility where wine grapes and cherries are grown.

You will also undertake work experience within Central Otago's extensive horticulture industry, enabling you to develop real-world skills and forge important relationships.

Courses

  • Viticulture Canopy Management (15 credits)
  • Orchard Canopy Management (15 credits)
  • Soils and Water (15 credits)
  • Seasonal Tasks (15 credits)
  • Plant Science (15 credits)
  • Machinery, Tools and Equipment (10 credits)
  • Communication (10 credits)

Further study options

Advance your knowledge with our Level 5 Fruit Production programme.

Workload

Your workload will vary but will be about three days per week on campus. 

Entry

Skills needed to work in this area

  • An enjoyment of working outdoors
  • Physical fitness
  • Planning and organisational skills
  • Good communication skills
  • An eye for detail.

Entry requirements

  • Open entry
English Language requirements

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

Selection process

Applicants will be processed as they are received. If the number of applications exceeds the number of places available, applicants will be placed on a waiting list in the order that they applied.

Want your existing skills recognised?

If you have extensive knowledge and skills due to practical experience in this area, please ask us about our recognition of prior learning process. You may have already gained credits towards this qualification and could achieve it in a shorter timeframe. Please email info@op.ac.nz or call 0800 762 786.

Fees

Domestic fees

Full tuition
Standard
$5,870

Funding help

As this programme is part-time, students generally aren't eligible for student loans or allowances to cover additional costs or living costs. But, some help may be possible depending on your circumstances. Check the Studylink website for more information. 

If you have any questions about student loans and allowances, please email our Studylink Advisor: Amanda.McAra@op.ac.nz

If you're eligible, you may be able to get further tuition fee cover through the Fees Free scheme. 

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.

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-production-fruit-production-level-4-on-campus