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Overview
What you will learn
By the end of this Edible Organic Gardening course offered by University of Sydney , you should be able to:
- identify and remediate different soil types and select suitable potting mixes
- recognise the various methods of recycling, including composting, worm farm, bokashi bucket and compost cannon
- cultivate herbs and vegetables successfully
- implement the principles of crop rotation and companion planting
- apply organic methods to control pests and diseases
- investigate the benefits of growing organic foods for human health and the environment.
Programme Structure
The program focuses on:
- Soil types and potting mix
- Composting, worm farming, compost cannon etc.
- Herbs – culinary and medicinal
- Vegetables – top 10
- Fruit trees suitable for the Sydney climate
- Crop rotation
- Companion planting
- Disease and pest control
- Organic fertilisers/pesticides
- Origins of organics
- Chemicals
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 1 days
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
Language
English
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Horticulture and Crop Science View 8 other Short Courses in Horticulture and Crop Science in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
- CRICOS Number: 0026A
- Suitable for anyone interested in adopting organic principles to grow their own food, to achieve a healthy lifestyle and environment.
Tuition Fee
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International
190 AUD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 190 AUD for the full programme during 1 days. -
National
190 AUD/fullTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 190 AUD for the full programme during 1 days.
Living costs for Sydney
1882 - 3547 AUD /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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