Diploma of Landscape Design

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National code: AHC50616 Diploma (TAFE) Wantirna Send me a link to this course

The Diploma of Landscape Design is for those who seek a career as a landscape designer or those who are involved in a horticulture or landscape business and wish to upgrade their professional skills and knowledge. The course combines visual and creative skills with practical and technical aspects of landscape, permaculture, business and planting design.

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Duration

1.5 years full-time or equivalent part-time (can be done day and/or evening)

Intakes

Wantirna (March, July) - View application and start dates

Study modes

Full-time,
Part-time (day & evening)

VTAC course code

3401010154 (fee type determined by provider)

This is a nationally approved vocational course that is recognised throughout Australia.

Course information in detail

- Course detail, course structure and units of study.

Course description

Landscape design is a broad discipline which involves working creatively with plants and outdoor spaces. This course combines visual and creative skills with practical and technical aspects of landscape, permaculture, business and planting design. This course is designed for people who are looking for a career as a landscape designer or individuals who are involved in horticulture or landscape businesses and wish to upgrade their professional skills and knowledge.

Course structure

The course involves 12 units of study (four core and eight elective units). Most units involve a combination of classes and online collaborate sessions. Some weekend classes and/or field trips are scheduled for certain units.

Units of study

Core units

Design sustainable landscapes (AHCDES501)

Prepare a landscape design (AHCDES502)

Assess landscape sites (AHCDES503)

Design for construction of landscape feature (AHCDES504)

Elective units (select eight from the following:)

Design an integrated permaculture system (AHCPER502)

Survey and establish site levels (AHCLSC501)

Identify, select and specify trees (AHCARB502)

Design a specialised landscape (AHCPCM504)

Produce computer-aided drawings (CUAACD302)

Collect and classify plants (AHCPCM502)

Prepare estimates, quotes and tenders (AHCBUS504)

Specify plants for landscapes (AHCPCM503)

Prepare reports (AHCWRK503)

Manage landscape projects (AHCLSC502)

Careers and graduate outcomes

- Career opportunities and course aims and objectives.

Career opportunities

A graduate may seek a career in landscape design, technical, supervisory or managerial operations in the field of domestic, private or commercial horticulture/landscape/sustainability projects.

Aims and objectives

Graduates should have the skills to be able to prepare landscape design plans, provide advice to clients regarding plant selection and requirements, and understand the importance of sustainable practices and principles related to the landscape design area.

Pathways and scholarships

- Pathways, credit transfer, recognition of prior learning and scholarships.

Scholarships

At Swinburne scholarships are about providing opportunity, promoting equity and recognising excellence and achievement. Scholarships are available for both commencing and current students. Find out more about scholarships.

Credit

Credit is granted in recognition of previous study and/or experience and allows students to gain advanced standing towards their course. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about credit.

Recognition of Prior Learning

Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) allows students to gain credit (advanced standing) towards their course in recognition of skills and knowledge gained through work experience, life experience and/or formal training. Applicants are assessed on a case-by-case basis. Learn more about RPL.

Course fees and requirements

- Fees, entry requirements and non-year 12 entry.

Course fees

A VET Student Loan is available for this course – allowing you to defer part of your fees if you're eligible.

Please note: The maximum VET Student Loan amount for this course is $15,793. You must start repaying this loan once you earn above the compulsory repayment threshold.

Diploma of Landscape Design Estimated course fees for 2020*
*You will need to pay this amount if you do not* receive a VET Student Loan**	$17,210	$10,640	This course is not eligible for Free TAFE
You will need to pay this amount if you do receive a VET Student Loan	$1,417	Fully Covered	This course is not eligible for Free TAFE

Estimated course fees for 2020*

For students who are not granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

For students who are granted a Skills First government-subsidised place

Is this a Free TAFE course?

You will need to pay this amount if you do not receive a VET Student Loan

$17,210

$10,640

This course is not eligible for Free TAFE

You will need to pay this amount if you do receive a VET Student Loan

$1,417

Fully Covered

This course is not eligible for Free TAFE

Please note: Fees published on this page are estimates only and are subject to change depending on individual circumstances at the time of enrolment. The above fees apply for units studied in 2020 only and may change for units studied in future years. There may be additional costs related to learning material and equipment.

This course is delivered with state government funding.

Skills First Government-subsidised place
You could be granted a Skills First government-subsidised place when you apply for this course. Check your eligibility now.

Concession rates for vocational students
Concession rates for Diploma and Advanced Diploma programs are also available to Aboriginals or Torres Strait Islanders or Youth Concession students enrolled prior to 1 July 2012 and continuing the same course in 2013.

Full course fee
If you are not granted a government-subsidised place, you will be eligible for the full course fee. Check your eligibility now.

Indicative nominal course hours: 1,390.

Find out more about fees.

Entry requirements

Entry into this program is based on an applicant’s study and/or relevant work history. Some additional criteria may also apply.

Additional requirements

The following additional criteria for entry apply for this course:

Literacy and Numeracy: Applicants will need to demonstrate literacy and numeracy competencies.

Applicants require a minimum of Year 12 completion or equivalent.

Applicants without formal qualifications but with significant relevant work experience are welcome to apply.

How to apply

Find out more about how to apply.

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Email: study@swinburne.edu.au

Training Organisation Identifier (TOID): 3059