Diploma in Professional Garden Design (Online)

The Diploma in Professional Garden Design provides a fantastic introduction to the subject with no previous qualifications necessary. This course is studied online and is fully accredited by the British government.

Who is this course for?

• This course is ideal for all students who are passionate about Gardening and Garden Design, even if they have no previous qualifications.
• The course is equivalent to a British A level and offers successful Diploma students a guaranteed place on to the Bachelor of Arts Design for Outdoor Living degree programme.
• This course is suitable for students that are looking to start their own business, change career, or simply enhance their creativity.

What will I learn?

Units include:

• The History of the Garden Design
• Presentation Techniques
• Components of Garden Design Understanding Plants
• Hard Landscaping and Professional Practice for Garden Design.

How will I benefit from taking this course?

On completion of this course students will be able to:

• Start their own Garden Design or Landscaping business
• Start a career in a design practice
• Progress to the Bachelor of Arts degree; BA (Hons) Design for Outdoor Living
• Complete a home garden design project as a hobby

How will I be Assessed?

• No exams! Your personal tutor will assess your assignments.
• The course is delivered through online study that is accessed through our online learning platform (Virtual Learning Studio). This allows students to access all course materials, contact tutors and share ideas with other students through the online community.

Entry requirements

• There are no specific academic requirements, just a keen interest and passion in garden design.
• Students are required to have a good level and understanding of written English.

Testimonial of former Student

“I needed to study but find a course that would fit in with my heavy workload. After looking at difrferent options, I decided the course at the National Design Academy was the one for me, as it covered a wide range of topics from gardening history and desing through to professional practise.” – Elizabeth Whitehead.

Career Path

The Diploma in Professional Garden Design is designed to help you start your own Garden Design business. Many of our Diploma students do this, while also moving on to study the Bachelor’s Degree in Outdoor Living with us.