Myerscough College is a leading UK institution for Sportsturf education, offering a range of specialist courses designed for those passionate about sports surfaces and outdoor environments. The college provides both further and higher education pathways, including diplomas and degrees in Sportsturf Science and Management. These programmes combine academic study with practical training, preparing students for careers in groundskeeping, turf consultancy, and sports facility management.

Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated sportsturf laboratories, machinery workshops, and real-world turf maintenance environments. The curriculum covers key areas such as soil science, turfgrass biology, pest and disease management, and sustainable turf practices. Strong industry links with professional sports clubs and organisations ensure that learners gain valuable work experience and networking opportunities.

Located at the Preston campus, Myerscough’s Sportsturf courses are ideal for those who enjoy hands-on learning and aspire to work in high-performance sports environments such as golf courses, football stadiums, and racecourses. With a reputation for excellence and innovation in land-based education, Myerscough College equips students with the technical skills and industry insight needed to thrive in the competitive world of sportsturf management.

Myerscough College proudly delivers its renowned National Sports Turf Apprenticeship programme across the entirety of England, supporting the development of skilled professionals in the sports turf industry through high-quality, work-based learning. In addition to its apprenticeship offer, Myerscough also delivers some full-cost Level 2 and Level 3 Sports Turf programmes outside of the UK.

Courses

This training provider provides both Centre Based and Distance Learning.

Level 2 Certificate in Golf Greenkeeping.

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Level 2 Golf Greenkeeper

Level 3 Advanced Sportsturf Technician

Level 5 Golf Course Manager

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FdSC Sportsturf  (On - Line Study Available)

BSc (Hons) Sportsturf Science and Management  (On - Line Study Available)

MA Sustainable Golf Course Management  (On - Line Study Available)

To find out more about the qualifications available to study visit the Myerscough College website.