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Associate Diploma in Turfgrass Management at University of Guelph

University of Guelph, Canada

Programme overview

Turfgrass 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 paid internship to provide students with a wide range of practical experiences, knowledge and networking opportunities.

Faculty: Ontario Agricultural College (Guelph Turfgrass Institute)  |  Duration: 4 semesters  |  Study mode: full-time  |  Location: Guelph, Ontario, Canada

What you will study

A paid summer internship of at least 15 weeks of full-time work in a turfgrass-related field is required after the second winter semester. The diploma requires 12.00 credits.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Ontario Secondary School Diploma (or equivalent) with a minimum 60% average in the final year of study excluding workplace courses (applicants who do not meet this may be considered if they will be 19 years of age at enrolment and have been out of secondary school for at least one year). Preference is given to applicants with at least one year of experience in the turfgrass industry; completion of the Background Information Form is required.

Domestic applicants: CAD 6,212 a year (2026-27). Domestic Ontario student: tuition only, $3,106.37 per semester for Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 (two semesters; full-time, 2.00+ credits). Compulsory fees are not included. Source

International applicants: CAD 35,059 a year (2026-27). International student, 2026 cohort: tuition only, $17,529.96 per semester for Fall 2026 and Winter 2027 (two semesters). Compulsory fees and UHIP health insurance are not included. Source

Tuition and fees are billed by semester: Fall, Winter and Summer.

Apply through the official page: https://www.ontariocolleges.ca/en/

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