BASIS Foundation Award in Agronomy
Course Dates (2019/20):
30 October 2019
11 December 2019
17 January 2020 (veg group only)
10 March 2020
30 March 2020
30 April 2020 (arable group only)
13 May 2020
Exam: 4 June 2020
Fees: £915 (includes tuition and exam fee)
This course provides an introduction to agronomy, integrated crop protection and crop nutrition. It can be used as a preliminary course for those looking to progress onto the BASIS Certificate in Crop Protection, or a stand-alone course for those seeking a basic understanding of crop production. Candidates can choose to study the arable or field vegetable option.
The subject areas covered will include the following:
The course is delivered over six days, plus a half day for the examination. Delivery is through participatory lectures, crop walking and group exercises.
The course is assessed by a written exam, consisting of multiple choice and short answer questions.
For further Information please contact:
Simon Goodger
Tel: 01522 835295
Email: sgoodger@lincoln.ac.uk