Course modules
Year 1
Principles of Design and Photography Technical Skills
This is a very creative and inspiring module where the principles and elements of design are studied along with photographic technical skills. This will provide you with the underpinning knowledge in design and photography which will be applied to all other practical modules on the two year programme. You will explore each of the principles and elements in practical sessions using a variety of media and abstract forms.
Professional Commercial Floristry (Double module)
This module is a largely practical one. You will develop professional commercial skills in the design and construction of a range of commercial floral pieces for different occasions. Native floral design styles, influences and key floral designers will be studied. You will develop a portfolio of the design work completed in the first year of the course. You will also gain experience in demonstrating and communicating your knowledge.
Year 2
Academic and Vocational Skills
Working in industry will require horticulturalists to develop a range of practical and professional skills. This module provides you with first-hand work related experience of a range of practical and technical skills as well as developing your ability to present information in a suitable academic and professional style. You will be encouraged to evaluate and reflect on your own personal development throughout the module.
Sustainable Floristry and Workroom Management
This module is designed to give the students an understanding of current environmental issues regarding cut flowers/foliage, house plants and new products. Students will learn how to identify products used within the floristry industry and discuss the procedures required when purchasing them. Health and Safety requirements, sustainable practices and current growing trends globally will be discussed. The module will also develop skills in research methodologies to identify local, national and global market sources.
Business Management
This module introduces key areas of management activity such as human resource management, leadership, marketing and finance to allow you to develop further knowledge and skills to improve future employability in land based industries.
Entry requirements & additional information
- Entry requirements
- Learning and assessment
- Progression
- Careers
- Professional accreditations
- Special requirements
Entry requirements
5 GCSE passes at Grade C (4) or above (including Maths and English or equivalent)
Plus 48 UCAS Tariff points from one or more of the following:
- 2 A-levels (A2), at least one at C or above
- BTEC/C&G Level 3
- 2 Scottish Highers at C or above
- 3 Irish Highers at C or above
- International Baccalaureate at 24 points
- NVQ Level 3 in a relevant discipline
- Access to HE Diploma in a relevant discipline
AS levels, BTEC Subsidiary Diploma and Scottish Intermediate 2s may be used to contribute to entry requirements but they are not sufficient for entry on their own. Alternative equivalent qualifications will also be considered positively.
Applicants who believe they may be eligible for Accreditation of Prior Certificated and/or Experiential Learning (APCL/APEL) for certain modules will be considered on an individual basis.
Applicants for whom English is a second language must be able to demonstrate proof of International English Language Testing System (IELTS) at level 6.0 (with no component score lower than 5.5) or equivalent.
All offers may be subject to successful interview
Learning and assessment
Learning Environment:
Lectures, seminars and studio professional development, live briefs, peer involvement.
Assessment:
Portfolio design, digital journaling, practical time constrained exercises, variety of working industry documents, team work and communication assessments.
Additional Information:
Myerscough College host an Annual Floral Art & Design Exhibition. Students studying the Foundation Certificate Professional Floristry and Floral Design course gain exhibition experience during this event.
Study tours may include:
· British Floral Association FleurEx Trade Show
· Holland Study Tour
· Covent Garden/London Study Tour
· Brugge ‘Winter Happenings’ Fleur Creatif Show
· RHS Tatton Flower Show
· RHS Chelsea Flower Show
· Harrogate Spring & Autumn Flower Shows
· WorldSkills competitions
· World Association of Flower Arranging Societies Annual Show
· National Association of Flower Arranging Societies shows/club nights
· American Institute of Floral Design Annual Symposium – USA
· Hong Kong Flower Show
What work experience can I get?
Students are encouraged to undertake relevant industry experience in a floristry or floral design enterprise. The course is structured to ensure that lectures are built around the peak periods of Christmas, Valentine’s Day and Mother’s Day to enable students to gain real life experience at these times. A variety of opportunities are constantly given to students to work as part of the floral events team at Myerscough.
Progression
On successful completion of the course, students may apply for Foundation Degree in related subjects, for instance the FdA Professional Floristry and Floral Design course at Myerscough College.
Careers
The floristry industry is reaching far beyond the confines of high street retailing – employment opportunities continue to grow. The course equips students to develop and specialise within the following practical and commercial areas in the floral design industry:
Examples of possible careers include:
· Florist/Shop Manager
· Freelance Floral Designer
· Window dressing
· Floristry Instructing
· Buyer for multinational stores
· Curator for Historical Home/Venues
· Demonstrator
Professional accreditations
British Florist Association, City & Guilds, National Association of Flower Arranging Societies.
Special requirements
Additional costs for items that are essential for the course include:
- Floral design tools and equipment - £350
Additional costs for opportunities and items that are optional for the course include:
- Camera and tablet - £200
- Field trips and visits (including possible overseas trips) - £750
