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Horticultural Correspondence College Limited is registered in England no. 03819370. Lyne Akres, Brandis Corner, Devon, EX22 7YH. Horticultural Correspondence College is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority, register number 774548 and acts as a credit broker and offers finance through the Deko platform, which is provided by Omni Capital Retail Finance Ltd. Omni Capital Retail Finance Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority. Reference number 720279. Credit is provided to UK residents with a UK bank account, subject to age and status.
Garden Landscape Construction
Make easy work of hard landscaping
Complementing our other garden design courses, this course focuses on groundworks and hard landscaping – used early in the design process to give a space its desired shape and permanent structures before creating the softscape with live horticultural elements like flowers and trees. It is ideal for gardeners and garden designers wanting to develop their knowledge of landscape construction or to anyone pursuing a career in this field. Topics covered include approaches to landscape construction, site assessments, schedules of work, the correct tools and managing projects. You will also learn practical construction techniques for hardscape elements such as walls, paths and drives, steps, timber builds like fences and pergolas, and features like rock gardens and pools.
- Complement your horticultural and planting design knowledge with this exploration of the practical construction aspects of garden design
- Flexible home-study learning so you can fit your learning around your work and life
- Quality course material and excellent tutor support – to help you achieve your goals
- On successful completion you will receive an HCC Certificate
- Suitable for both amateur and professional gardeners
- No previous experience needed
How the course works
Your first set of course materials will be sent to you when you enrol. You can start as soon as you want and progress through the course at your own pace, studying when and where you choose.
This flexibility makes it easy to fit learning around work and family commitments.
The extensive course materials have been developed by garden design and landscape construction experts and are clear and straightforward, so your studying is easy and enjoyable. As you complete each lesson, your tutor will promptly return your marked assignment with constructive feedback and guidance. (You can also contact your tutor or the support team for help at any point during your studies.)
The course includes all the required study materials.
There is no formal examination. On successful completion you will be awarded an HCC Certificate. You have 2 years to complete the course.
Support
We are proud of our friendly, caring ethos and aim to do all we can to help you succeed.
Our tutors are all experienced, highly qualified and passionate about sharing their love of their subject. You can phone or email your tutor throughout the course – to ask questions, for advice, encouragement or to draw on their wealth of knowledge.
You can also contact the support team who are here to help you Monday to Friday, 9am to 5pm.
All learners are eligible for an NUS Extra card.
What you will learn
Lesson 1
- Introduction
- Areas of knowledge and skill
- Landscape interventions
Lesson 2
- Approaches to landscape construction
- Site assessments
- Schedules of work
Lesson 3
- The landscaper’s notebook or journal
- Tools and equipment
- Groundworks
Lesson 4
- Some garden design patterns for hard landscape layouts
- Wall constructions
Lesson 5
- Developing the hard landscape
- The construction of steps
- Paths and drives
Lesson 6
- Establishing the soft landscape context
- Soil treatments
- Lawn construction
Lesson 7
- Terrace establishment: groundworks and features
- Rock gardens
- Pools
Lesson 8
- Timber constructions: Principles and practice
- Fences and gates
- Pergolas
Lesson 9
- A review of construction features
- Combining materials
- The play garden
Lesson 10
- Managing landscape projects and works
- Programmes for complex construction
Study length
If needed you have 2 years to complete the course. Many students are able to complete this course in approximately 6-12 months*.
*Timescales are approximate and depend upon application and motivation.
Qualifications
There are no exams. On successful completion of this course you will receive an HCC Certificate*, graded to show the standard you have reached. The HCC’s reputation means this can be highly regarded on a CV and, combined with your portfolio of coursework, is evidence of your achievements (whether you are applying for a job or a more advanced study course).
* The HCC Certificate will be issued once you have successfully completed your course and finished your course payments.
Entry requirements
You do not need previous gardening/landscaping knowledge or experience to enrol on this course.
Enrol now
There are 2 ways you can enrol
- Pay the total course fee of £295 in one sum and also receive a special gift from our selection – free
- or
- Pay a deposit of just £95, followed by 4 instalments of £50
