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How to become a horticulturist or gardener
Grows and cares for plants in gardens, nurseries, parks and estates.
See all routes in WayWhatAfter GCSEs
- Horticulture (level 3 diploma) College course: leads straight into this work
- Horticulture or landscape operative apprenticeship Apprenticeship: leads straight into this work
- A-levels at sixth form Sixth form: a step towards the routes below
After sixth form or college
Horticulture Degree
- With A-levels: No specific subjects required. Helpful: Biology, Geography. Typical: BBC–CCC.
- With a BTEC or college diploma: Needs BTEC Horticulture. Typical: MMM or above.