Protected Cropping Course
Are you a Protected Cropping business or are you considering diversifying your production system?
Western Sydney University (WSU) is currently calling for applicants to undertake a Graduate Diploma in Protected Cropping or Graduate Certificate in Protected Cropping.
This is a great opportunity to extend your knowledge and further develop your expertise in the areas of science, technology and business with a strong focus on high-tech and intensive horticulture.
Students will learn how protected cropping utilises cutting-edge technologies in the core areas of;
crop production
plant physiology
biotechnology
pest management
postharvest
climate control systems
integrated data intelligence
business management and logistics.
Additionally, students will learn best practices from the protected cropping industry experts to equip graduates for employability and mobility.
The course includes a combination of flexible online learning modules and practical on-site workshops to allow you the flexibility to work while studying.
They also have 65 industry scholarships and internships to offer to the students.
These scholarships are funded by the Hort Frontiers Leadership Fund, part of the Hort Frontiers strategic partnership initiative developed by Hort Innovation, with co-investment from Western Sydney University, key industry partners Flavorite, Costa Group, Perfection Fresh, Australian Fresh Leaf Herbs, and Greenworks, along with contributions from the Australian government.
If you're interested, read more detail here or contact Professor Zhong-Hua Chen directly by email or phone.
Email: Z.Chen@westernsydney.edu.au
Phone: 02 4570 1934
Mobile: 0466 544 696
