GARDEN DESIGN - FD (THE OPEN UNIVERSITY) YEAR 1 (HARLOW CARR)

UPDATED 20161020 14:28:30

A brilliant opportunity to study at one of Yorkshire's most famous gardens, the course will be delivered at RHS Harlow Carr Gardens (Harrogate), York Gate Garden (Leeds) and the Craven College Auction Mart Campus in Skipton. This course is ideal for those who are interested in entering as a professional into the garden design industry. You will develop specific knowledge of all aspects of garden design including site analysis and surveying, the art and science of plant use, graphic and rendering skills, computer aided design, and elements of garden history and conservation. 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 course includes lectures and demonstrations, practical and creative drawing sessions, site visits, and the design of several 'real' gardens. 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. Our tutors have a range of relevant and current industry experience and have guided previous students to win four Gold Awards and a Premier/Best in Show at Harrogate Spring Flower Show.

Course information

Name: GARDEN DESIGN - FD (THE OPEN UNIVERSITY) YEAR 1 (HARLOW CARR) Qualification title: Foundation Degree in Garden Design Qualification type: Foundation degree Assessment Various Awarding Open University (The) Created 20161020 14:28:30 Updated 20161020 14:28:30

Entry requirements

None

Provider

CRAVEN COLLEGE
Further Education
enquiries@craven-college.ac.uk
01756 791411
http://www.craven-college.ac.uk/

Address

AIREVILLE CAMPUS
CRAVEN COLLEGE Town: SKIPTON County:NORTH YORKSHIRE

Learning aims

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