Garden Design, HND

These programmes involve study of the creative arts in combination with natural sciences and the craft of the gardener. The programmes address the core work involved in the design and implementation of garden-scale sites.

The programmes are made up of lectures, tutorials, studio workshops and project work, all linked and practically applied. The second year of the HND programme is a paid industrial placement. There are visits to gardens, parks and landscapes and study tours in both the UK and abroad.

UCAS code

013K H HND/GDes

Part-time applicants (including HNCs) should apply direct to the university

School

Computing & Mathematical Sciences

Location

Hadlow College

Attendance

2 years part-time (HNC); 3 years sandwich(HND

Entry requirements

Assignments, plant identification tests, design portfolio, presentations and reports and CAD work

Career options

Creative, managerial, advisory, consultancy and technical positions within the garden design, landscaping and horticultural industries. Progression to BA Hons Garden Design programme

Specialist equipment / facilities

256-hectare estate containing woodland and aquatic habitats, landscape training centre, design studio and dedicated science laboratories

Professional recognition

This programme is recognised by the Landscape Institute as leading towards membership

Aims of the programme

To develop students' understanding of design principles and plant knowledge
To understand the needs of the client and produce innovative and traditional designs
To develop landscaping techniques

Year 1

Visual Studies
Basic Design
Plant Science and Soils
Surveying
Soft Landscape
Hard Landscape
Garden Management for Beginners (HND)
Introduction to Computer-Aided Design (CAD) (HNC)

HND Sandwich Year (Work Placement)

Final Year

Planting Design
Garden Design Ideas and Theory
Design Clients and Process
Design Sites and Materials
Ecology and Conservation
Construction and Planting
Garden Design Site Practice
Digital Landscapes (HND)

Your time at university should be enjoyable and rewarding, and it is important that it is not spoilt by unnecessary financial worries. We recommend that you spend time planning your finances, both before coming to university and while you are here. We can offer advice on living costs and budgeting, as well as on awards, allowances and loans.

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