Bachelor in Horticulture

Horticulture is the science and practice of cultivating plants, covering fruit, vegetable, and ornamental crops as well as landscape and nursery production. Typical coursework includes plant biology, soil science, plant breeding, propagation techniques, greenhouse management, plant pathology, and pest and disease control, along with practical training in field and greenhouse settings. Students learn to manage crop production from planting through harvest, diagnose plant health problems, and apply sustainable cultivation practices suited to different climates and growing systems. Laboratory and field-based exercises are a central part of the discipline, giving students direct experience with soil testing, irrigation systems, and plant propagation methods used in commercial and research settings. Graduates pursue careers in commercial crop production, greenhouse and nursery management, landscape design, agricultural extension services, and research roles supporting plant breeding or crop improvement programs. This bachelor program is delivered in English over 4 years at European University of Lefke, located in Lefke, Northern Cyprus. The 4-year curriculum generally combines classroom instruction in plant and soil science with substantial practical work in fields, greenhouses, and laboratories, building toward more specialized production and management topics in later years. The Mediterranean growing conditions around Lefke provide a relevant setting for studying crop production firsthand, while English-medium instruction supports an international student body preparing for agricultural careers in multiple regions. The balance of scientific coursework and applied fieldwork reflects how horticulture programs typically prepare students for both production and research-oriented roles.