Level 3 Plants and Planting Design Course in London. Classes run at Capel Manor College Regents Park Campus, part-time during the day over 32 weeks. You'll deepen your knowledge of plants and learn to create aesthetically pleasing, sustainable planting schemes and designs. The course builds on existing garden design knowledge, developing your ability to plan and present planting designs with confidence. You must be aged 19 years old or over to enrol.
Who this course is for
This course will improve the extent of your planting knowledge and understanding. You will also learn to create aesthetically pleasing and sustainable planting schemes and designs.
Entry requirements
A Garden Design Certificate (Level 2) is preferred or alternatively, the RHS Level 2 Certificate in the Principles of Plant Growth and Development and a Level 1 Pass in an introductory garden design course or equivalent and a Level 1 Pass in an introductory garden design course. All applications are dependent upon tutor recommendations. You may be required to attend an interview and references may be needed. You must be aged 19 and over to enrol on this course.
What you will learn
You'll develop in-depth knowledge of plants and their characteristics.
You'll learn to create sustainable planting schemes suited to different environments.
You'll design aesthetically pleasing planting layouts for a range of settings.
You'll understand how to select plants appropriate to soil, climate, and context.
You'll practise presenting and communicating planting design ideas clearly.
How you will learn
You'll learn through classroom-based sessions at Capel Manor College Regents Park Campus, combining taught content with practical design work. Assessment is based on coursework and design projects that demonstrate your planting knowledge and design skills. All applications are subject to tutor recommendation, and you may be required to attend an interview.
What you will need to bring
The centre will provide most materials. Capel Manor College Regents Park Campus will confirm anything else you need before you start.
Where next
Jobs you could do
Garden designer. Create planting plans for private and commercial clients.
Planting designer. Specialise in plant selection and scheme development.
Landscape gardener. Implement planting designs on site.
Horticulture consultant. Advise clients on plant choices and garden planning.
Parks and grounds team member. Manage planting in public green spaces.
What you could study next
RHS Level 3 Diploma in Horticulture. Broadens your horticultural science knowledge alongside design skills.
Level 4 or Level 5 Diploma in Garden Design. Takes your design practice to a higher professional level, covering project management and client briefs.
Foundation Degree in Landscape and Garden Design. A higher education route for those wanting to work on larger-scale landscape projects.
