Myerscough College offers you the opportunity to study a T-Level in Tree and Woodland Management (Arboriculture), to develop a comprehensive understanding of Arboriculture encompassing practical techniques, academic knowledge and technical skills. It is a popular option for both school leavers and successful Level 2 Technical Certificate students.
Myerscough College has a proud and successful 126-year history of delivering land- based qualifications. The Preston campus is the home of the National Centre for Arboriculture, which houses a purpose built indoor climbing room and chainsaw workshop. The centre is stocked with all major manufacture chainsaws including Stihl, Husqvarna, and Echo; including both petrol and electric chainsaws.We also have an arboretum featuring the national collection of Aesculus.sp (Horse Chestnut) trees and an adjacent Pinetum which contains two magnificent examples of Giant Redwood amongst other coniferous trees.
On demand videos on YouTube
Five short videos on Squirrel Management in Woodlands. Managing Forests to Benefit Red Squirrels, How to Carry out a Grey Squirrel Impact Assessment, Using live and lethal traps to manage grey squirrels: good practice guidance, Understanding how grey squirrels impact our woodlands, Using bait…
Starts January
The course is a top-up degree for applicants who already hold an FdSc or HND in Arboriculture or a closely related plant or soil science based subject. The modules you will take form the final year of a full-time, three-year BSc (Hons) degree and by completing these Level 6 modules you will be able…
Starts September
Arboriculture - the science and practice of establishing and maintaining trees, is a rewarding and exciting industry to enter. If you are interested in becoming an arboriculturalist or currently work in the industry and want to progress into tree survey and inspection, set up your own business or…
Courses are run on demand and usually last for 3 days (including assessment) Get in touch on 07855571312 or ctlogue@aol.com
Courses include the following: Safe Use of Pesticides (PA1) Boom Mounted Sprayers (PA2) Variable Geometry Boom Sprayers (PA3) Slug Pellets and Granular Applications (PA4) Hand Held Applicators (PA6) including Application in or near Water (PA6AW), Stem Injection, Stump Treatment, Invasive Weeds…
Lancaster University Open Days 11th July, 12th September, 17th October 2026
Upper Duddon Landscape Recovery Site Visits 12 and 28 July
Myerscough College Open Days 3 October and 21 November 2026
