Olds College of Agriculture & Technology
Bachelor of Applied Science - Golf Course Management

Olds, Canada

DEGREE TYPE

BSc

DURATION

4 years

LANGUAGES

English

PACE

Full time

APPLICATION DEADLINE

EARLIEST START DATE

STUDY FORMAT

Distance Learning, On-Campus

Key Summary

About : The Bachelor of Applied Science in Golf Course Management focuses on equipping students with the skills needed for careers in golf course maintenance and management. This program covers a range of topics including turf management, landscape design, and business operations over a typical duration of four years. The curriculum emphasizes practical experience and allows students to engage with industry professionals.

Career Outcomes : Graduates can explore various career paths including golf course superintendent, turf management consultant, and landscape architect. Potential roles may also extend to golf club management and environmental sustainability positions within the sports industry.

Obtain the highest level credential in the golf course industry with the Bachelor of Applied Science - Golf Course Management. Having completed the Turfgrass Management diploma, you’ll spend the next two years focused on honing your skills and techniques needed for managing a golf course’s complex ecosystem.

A curriculum focused on business, applied science, and advanced technical training, taught by industry professionals who have worked as superintendents, will prepare you for an exciting career in environmental and operational management.

Work-Integrated Learning

As a fourth-year student of the Bachelor of Applied Science - Golf Course Management program, you will be required to complete an eight-month Directed Field Study, where you will gain valuable hands-on experience in a mentored workplace setting.