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Landscape Design

Introductory Course

Build a strong foundation in landscape design and confidently shape the outdoor spaces around your home.

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Why this course?

Discover the joys of transforming exterior spaces with our Introductory Landscape Design course. Perfect for beginners, this course provides an inspiring introduction to the art of planning and shaping outdoor environments.

You'll learn the fundamentals of landscape styles, plant selection, color palettes, and essential design principles such as balance and proportion. Alongside seasonal planting ideas, you’ll explore how to use light, shape, and texture to create cohesive and inviting outdoor spaces.

Whether you have a patio, courtyard, or yard, this course will help you design with creativity and confidence, turning your ideas into beautiful, livable landscapes.

COURSE DETAILS

About this course

Course Level

N/A

Course Duration

This course typically takes Approximately 3-6 months to complete.

Course Assessment

This course is assessed via 5 practical assignments.

UPCOMING

Introductory course

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SCHEDULE

Self-paced

$650 Payment plans available
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Entry requirements: To enroll on this course, you must be over 18 years of age.

PROGRAM

Course Overview

This course teaches students essential landscape design principles and tools to confidently create cohesive exterior spaces.

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STUDY MODE

Explore Our Flexible Learning Path

Home Study courses at ICD allow you to learn at your own pace. As a Home Study student you will receive access to our Online Learning Centre with in-depth course materials including instructional videos, written content, and carefully crafted assignments. You will also have a dedicated tutor to support you on your learning journey.

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OUTCOMES

What will you learn?

Understand landscape design fundamentals: balance, proportion, unity, rhythm, and focus

Learn to apply these core design principles to outdoor layouts, creating visually balanced and harmonious exterior spaces.

Plan simple outdoor layouts and functional pathways

Gain skills for designing practical outdoor spaces - drawing paths, patios, decks, and structuring yard flow effectively.

Select appropriate plants and materials for cohesive outdoor schemes

Learn how plant choices, color palettes, and hardscape materials work together to create inviting exterior environments.

Use basic presentation tools: sketches, layout drawings, and mood boards

Develop visual communication skills to express your outdoor design ideas clearly and confidently.

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