Diploma in Horticulture Technology, Sustainable Production Horticulture Specialization

Canada

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What will I learn?

The greenhouse and nursery sector of horticulture in BC has consistently provided rewarding employment opportunities. There is always demand for knowledgeable and skilled individuals who enjoy working with people and plants. Job opportunities exist in BC and indeed, worldwide. This diploma specialization provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to work successfully in the greenhouse production of vegetables, flower crops, and field and container production of ornamental plants.

Graduates may be employed as assistant growers or growers in wholesale and retail nurseries, commercial greenhouse operations, garden centres, or as technical representatives in supply companies. Research and sales also compliment these diverse career choices.

Declaration Requirements

Students intending to graduate with Horticulture Technology diploma must declare the credential. At the time of declaration, the student must satisfy all of the following requirements:

  • In good academic standing with the University.
  • Completion of a minimum of 15 credits of undergraduate coursework.

Progression to a Degree Program

KPU Bachelor of Horticulture Science

Graduates of a KPU Horticulture Technology Diploma, with or without specialization, can pursue one of KPU's Bachelor of Horticulture Science degree programs, with a choice between the Major in Urban Ecosystems or the Major in Plant Health major. (Please refer to the Plant Health or Urban Ecosystems section of the Calendar for details.) Students can combine their diploma education with the enhanced horticulture science knowledge at the degree level and earn two credentials (Diploma and Degree). Those who wish to pursue this option should meet with the Faculty of Science and Horticulture Degree Advisor to discuss applying credit to one of these unique School of Horticulture degree programs.

KPU Bachelor of Business Administration

A successful career progression in horticulture often leads to a management role. The Horticulture Technology diploma programs include a foundation in business skills and graduates may be eligible to apply many program credits towards KPU's Bachelor of Business Administration in Entrepreneurial Leadership. Students can combine diploma-level education with enhanced business skills and earn two credentials (Diploma and Degree). Students who wish to pursue this option should meet with the Faculty of Science and Horticulture Degree Advisor to discuss course planning that would facilitate application to the School of Business degree program.

Which department am I in?

Faculty of Science and Horticulture

Study options

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$22,882.23 (13,87,727) per year
Start date

September 2025

Venue

Langley Campus

20901 Langley Bypass,

Langley,

British Columbia,

V3A 8G9, Canada

Full Time (2 Years)

Tuition fees
CAD$22,882.23 (13,87,727) per year
Start date

May 2025

Venue

Langley Campus

20901 Langley Bypass,

Langley,

British Columbia,

V3A 8G9, Canada

Entry requirements

For international students

You have graduated high school (secondary school) OR completed 24+ credits of undergraduate-level credits with a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0.

English Proficiency Requirements

International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic Test: overall band of 6.5 or higher, with a minimum 6.0 in each band, taken within the last two years from the term of admission

Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): IBT 88 or higher, with no sub score less than 20, taken within the last two years from the term of admission

Canadian Academic English Language Assessment (CAEL): Score of 70 or higher with no sub score less than 60, taken within the last two years from the term of admission

Pearson Test of English (PTE): Score of 61 or higher, taken within the last two years from the term of admission

Language Proficiency Index (LPI): Level 5 with an essay score of 30 or higher, taken within the last two years from the term of admission.

*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.

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