MSc Horticulture

Horticulture is seen as the 'Art, Science, Technology and Business of intensive plant cultivation for human use' (Chartered Institute of Horticulture). It is a range of diverse activities from landscaping through to production of food and non-food crops, all of which contribute to human health and well-being.

Horticultural graduates need to able to use develop and use knowledge of sustainable practices, new technologies, science and research to produce plants and crops; similarly this knowledge must also be applicable to post harvest practices. With the world's population continuing to increase and climate change impacting upon production, it is vital to continue to investigate new growing systems and to establish new crops which can be grown sustainably and transported to market with minimal losses.

Established in 1893, Writtle University College has been producing leaders in the land-based industries and organizations for more than 120 years. Writtle is one of the oldest specialist institutions in the UK and offers a range of land-based, design, and sports courses at various levels of academic study, including Postgraduate, Undergraduate, Further Education, Short Courses, and Apprenticeships.

We also provide students with the option of being able to study certain courses on a part-time basis. We value students as individuals here at Writtle. We recognize that every one of our students will have different requirements and career ambitions; this is why we ensure they are given the attention needed to achieve their goals.