HNC Arboriculture and Urban Forestry

The HNC Arboriculture and Urban Forestry will give you the skills, knowledge, and experience to manage trees and woodlands in an urban setting, such as towns and parks.

You will study at the Scottish School of Forestry, part of UHI Inverness, and will be taught by staff and professionals who are experts in all aspects of forestry.

Special features

• You will study at the Scottish School of Forestry, part of UHI Inverness, under the guidance of expert staff

• You can study full-time or part-time to suit your personal and professional circumstances

• You will learn the skills necessary to become a supervisor or self-employed contractor in arboriculture and urban forestry

• 2 Scottish Highers at grade C or above OR

• 1 Scottish Higher at grade B, plus 4 National 5s at grade B or above OR

• 2 A level at grade D or above OR

• Alternatively, a Certificate in Forestry or NPA Woodland Operations

• Prospective students without the standard entry requirements listed above are encouraged to apply and will be considered on an individual basis

20 hours work permit for international students