Course details
Course description
Throughout the course, you will develop the skills needed to become a Golf Course Manager and a sound knowledge of greenkeeping practice.
You'll also learn effective administration of human, physical, biological and financial resources in the golf course environment.
The course combines classroom-based activities with visits to a range of golf courses and sports turf events. The course finishes in June meaning you can progress onto employment at the start of the key recruitment period within the sector.
The course is also available for distance learning, aimed at Greenkeepers and Course Managers who are in full-time employment and would like to continue their studies but are unable to commute to a college on a regular basis.
Key golf management skills are developed through the following units:
- Turf Grass Ecology, Soil Science 1
- Management of Turf Areas on Golf Courses
- History and Development of Golf
- Employment and Health and Safety Legislation
- Golf Course Budgets, Supervision and Management
- Selection and Management of Machinery
- Sportsturf Drainage Systems
- Design and Construction of Golf Course Features
- Golf Course Management: Graded Unit 1
Entry requirements
Two Highers at CC.
National Certificate in a relevant subject/SVQ Greenkeeping at SCQF Level 5 qualification or equivalent are also appropriate entry qualifications.
National 5 (A-C) or equivalent pass in English (for literacy) and in Maths (for numeracy).
Course options
Course details
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Cost: Visit the provider's website for details.
Venue details
Peter Wilson Building
The King's Buildings
Edinburgh
EH9 3JG
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