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 Turfgrass Management
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SchoolUniversity of Guelph
LocationGuelph, ON, Canada
School TypeUniversity
School SizeFull-time Undergraduate: 23,926
Full-time Graduate: 3,035
DegreeAssociate
Honours
Co-op
Length2 Year(s)
Entry Grade (%)*65% to 70%
Prerequisites
Prerequisites NotesApplicants for admission to the Associate Diploma in Turfgrass Management program should present as a minimum requirement:

- Ontario Secondary School Diploma (OSSD) or equivalent with a minimum 60% average in the final year of study excluding workplace courses

- applicants who do not meet the above requirements may also be considered if they will be 19 years of age at the date of enrolment and have been out of secondary school for at least one year

- preference given to applicants with a minimum of one year's experience in the turfgrass industry

- prospective applicants are strongly encouraged to complete general or advanced, College (C), University (U), or University/College (M) course types at the grade 11 and 12 level in mathematics, biology, and chemistry

- all applicants are required to complete and submit the Background Information Form, available at http://www.uoguelph.ca/admissions

Cost
International: $26,889

The total tuition and fees for the Fall 2022 and Winter 2023 semesters.
Scholarships
DescriptionTurfgrass management is a dynamic sector with opportunities across Canada and throughout the world. The Diploma in Turfgrass Management is a focused curriculum that will provide students with the skills to succeed in this competitive industry. The program utilizes the collaborative resources of the University of Guelph faculty and staff, industry professionals and the grounds, workshop and laboratory facilities of the Guelph Turfgrass Institute. Practical and scientific study is combined with a required summer co-op work term (paid) to provide students with a wide range of practical experiences, knowledge and networking opportunities. The Associate Diploma in Turfgrass Management is offered at the Guelph campus and prepares students for a variety of career opportunities including golf course management, lawn care, sports field management, parks management, landscaping, sod production and related supply and service industry positions.

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