Foundation Degree in Garden Design
Foundation degree
In Skipton
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Foundation degree
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Skipton
This is a three year part-time course leading to a professionally recognised qualification and providing training for those interested in entering into the garden design industry. The course is aimed at individuals aspiring to become professional garden designers. You will develop specific knowledge of all aspects of garden design to include site analysis and surveying, the art and science of.
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Satisfactory reference and one of the following:
100 UCAS points (from A2 level or similar, e.g.BTEC Nationa Award, Certificate or Diploma); GCSEs English and Mathematics (grade C or above) or equivalent; Students without the necessary qualifications but with relevant work experience are encouraged to apply.
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Subjects
- Garden Design
Course programme
Foundation Degree in Garden Design
Course Level
Level 5
Course Description
This is a three year part-time course leading to a professionally recognised qualification and providing training for those interested in entering into the garden design industry.
The course is aimed at individuals aspiring to become professional garden designers. You will develop specific knowledge of all aspects of garden design to include site analysis and surveying, the art and science of plant use, graphic and rendering skills, CAD, and elements of garden history and conservation. By the end of the course you will be equipped with the practical, managerial and academic skills to successfully design gardens and run a small business. You will also develop a range of transferable skills and knowledge, including business and contract management, creativity, innovation and problem solving.The approach will include lectures and demonstrations, practical and creative drawing sessions, site visits, and the design of several â€-real gardens. There will also be the opportunity to design and build a show garden. Through work experience you will develop the skills needed to work with a range of different clients, and to liaise with those in the horticultural and construction industries.
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Course Content
Level 4 Modules:
Principles and Art of Garden Design
Principles of Horticulture - Plants and Soils
Graphic Communication and Illustration
Surveying, Site Analysis and Client Liaison
Personal and Professional Development - Preparing to be a Garden Designer
Personal and Professional Development - Designing a Show Garden
Work Based Learning - Constructing a Show Garden
Work Based Learning - Garden Design and Society
Level 5 Modules:
Planting - Design and Maintenance
Hard-Landscaping and Construction
Garden History and Conservation of Heritage Gardens
Computer Applications and CAD (Vectorworks2009)
Personal and Professional Development - Contract Management and Specification Writing
Personal and Professional Development - Running Your Own Garden Design Business
Work Based Learning - Preparing to Work in the Garden Design Industries
Work Based Learning - Your Role as a Garden Designer - Specialist Project
Additional Qualifications Top up to full honours degree at Bishop Burton College
Career Progression
Career paths including:Garden Design; Working for landscape contractors, architects, property developers; Heritage/botanical gardens.
Campus Work Experience
There are four specific work based modules in which students are encouraged to find suitable work experience to further their education and experience within the garden design sector. You will negotiate work experience or a placement with your tutor.
Assessment
Garden design project, backed up with detailed drawings and portfolio evidence; written exam; practical assessment; learning diary/reflective log; case study; individual and group presentation.
Attendance Course Length and Study Pattern
Three years part time. One day per week, 9.00am - 4.00pm. Students will have access to college facilities outside of classroom hours (within college open hours).
Foundation Degree in Garden Design