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Diploma of Landscape Design

Course Code AHC50621

Duration
  • Part Time
  • 3 years
  • Full Time
  • 18 months
Delivery
  • On Campus
Intakes
Campus
  • Glen Waverley

This course is not available for International Students

Overview

The Diploma of Landscape Design enhances your landscape design skills through practical projects and discussions, with a focus on sustainable landscapes, soil health, and plant identification. You’ll gain hands-on experience managing landscape projects from site assessment to construction, both on-campus and in real-world settings. Field trips and excursions offer insight into the landscape design industry, while the professional practice unit provides networking opportunities with industry experts. By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills and confidence to design and manage landscape projects effectively.

Career Opportunities

  • Landscape designer
  • Landscape consultant
  • Domestic designer

Pathway to further studies

  • AHC50422 Diploma of Horticulture Management
  • Bachelor of Urban Design at University.

Studying the Diploma of Landscape Design at Holmesglen

At Holmesglen, you'll study in state-of-the-art facilities with a focus on practical, hands-on learning to ensure you're job-ready. This course provides real-world experience in managing landscape projects, from site assessment to design preparation and construction. With field trips and excursions, you'll gain insights into industry practices. Holmesglen offers strong student support services, and you’ll be taught by experienced industry professionals who are passionate about your success. The professional practice unit connects you with landscape design experts, giving you valuable networking opportunities. By the end of the course, you’ll have the skills and confidence to thrive in the landscape design industry.

Entry Requirements

To be eligible, students must be at least 18 years of age.
Prior to enrolment or commencement of training you will be required to complete a literacy and numeracy assessment and a pre-training interview. These will assist with determining your suitability to the course, verify your training plan, and identify any learning support needs.

Recognition of prior learning

You may be able to reduce the number of units to be studied in your chosen course by measuring skills acquired through work, life experiences or qualifications obtained from formal studies or training. AQF qualifications and statements of attainment issued by another registered training organisation will be recognised by Holmesglen. Read more about Recognition of Prior Learning, Credits and Advanced Standing.

Course Structure

Timetable

To achieve this qualification you must complete 12 units of competency:<p>- 6 core units plus<br>- 6 elective units<p>The elective units have been chosen based on industry feedback.
Unit code Unit name
AHCDES509 Assess landscape sites
AHCDES507 Produce drawings for landscape design projects using CAD software
AHCDES505 Prepare a landscape design
AHCPCM511 Specify plants for landscapes
AHCDES506 Design for construction of landscape features
AHCDES508 Design sustainable landscapes
Unit code Unit name
AHCLSC505 Manage landscape projects
AHCPCM406 Develop a soil health and plant nutrition program
AHCBUS515 Prepare estimates, quotes and tenders
AHCPCM404 Recommend plants and cultural practices
AHCPCM512 Design specialised landscape
AHCWRK516 Implement professional practice

Assessment

Assessments are designed to provide learners with opportunities to demonstrate they have attained the required skills and knowledge using a range of practically based activities and tasks, as required by recognised standards.

How to apply

Direct

Click the ‘apply’ button below to start your application. Our Holmesglen team will reach out to discuss your study options and pre-training requirements.

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Recruitment

Holmesglen may engage third parties to recruit students on behalf of the institute. Third party recruiters receive a commission and this will not impact on your fees.

Find out more about your rights and obligations as a student and the services we provide at Holmesglen.

Outcomes

Qualification and Recognition

On completion of the qualification you will be awarded AHC50621 Diploma of Landscape Design.

Industry Connections

Fees

Tuition fees GST exempt Cost
Full Fee $21,097
Government subsidised $11,826
Mandatory Non-Tuition Fees Cost
Activities fee $170
General Services Fee $70 Per Semester

The General Services Fee (GSF) at Holmesglen is a mandatory annual fee applicable to all students enrolled in Certificate I through Advanced Diploma courses. This fee supports various student services such as counselling, welfare support, and learning assistance provided by our dedicated student support and wellbeing teams. For more details on the GSF and its specific allocations, please visit the <a title=" General Services Fee page" href="/current-students/course-resources/fees-and-payments/General-Services-Fee.html">General Services Fee (GSF) page</a>.

Additional Course Cost

The required personal protective equipment students will need to supply is: Safety boots (steel capped, ankle height) Safety pants <br>Work shirt (waist length jacket, if cold) Safety glasses Ear protection <br>Hat for sun protection <br>Sunscreen (if exposed to sunlight) <br>Safety Gloves (if handling building materials) Note pad / Biro The total cost of these items is between $250 - $300 <br>If additional safety equipment is required, it will be supplied by the Institute.

All fees are indicative only. Your fees will be calculated on your individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. Training is delivered with Victorian and Commonwealth funding. <a href="/study-with-us/tafe-study/tafe-fees-and-scholarships/government-subsidised-training">Find out now if you are eligible for Government-subsidised fees or Concession. </a>

 

VET Student Loans are available to eligible student to pay for tuition fees for this course. <a href="https://holmesglen.edu.au/study-with-us/scholarships-and-financial-aid/vet-student-loans">Read more about VET Student Loans</a>.

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