What will I learn in UlleoX: Landscape & Garden Design?

Course Overview 

This short course is your guide to turning any outdoor area into a beautiful and functional space. Created in collaboration with leading landscape designers and architects, you’ll dive into the industry’s ‘here and now’ and gain plenty of inspiration for your designs.

What does this course teach me?

Upon completing this course, you’ll be able to: 

• Understand the design process and the impact of landscape design.
• Use the different theories and styles of landscape design to create visually appealing and functional outdoor areas.
• Identify and prioritise key design objectives and requirements. 
• Carry out a location and site analysis to inform design decisions. 
• Use drawing techniques and design software to plan landscape projects. 
• Make informed plant and turf selection decisions based on climate, soil, and other factors. 
• Incorporate sustainable design practices into landscape projects.
• Make informed decisions about materials and understand the hardscaping and construction process.
• Make informed decisions about outdoor furniture, lighting, and other finishing touches that complement the design. 

How long will this course take me?

This course will take you roughly 30-40 hours to complete. This includes videos, written materials, activities, and study time. 

Most of our students dedicate 1-2 hours per week to study around work and other commitments. You will have a full 12 months of access from the date of enrolment.

Activities & Assignments

During your course, you’ll complete various hands-on activities and projects where you can put your new skills into practice. 

• Knowledge Checks. After each lesson, you’ll complete a Knowledge Check—a short quiz that assesses your understanding of the key concepts presented in the lesson.
• Activity: Create a Mood Board. This activity will help you apply your design style by creating a mood board and developing a design concept for a real or hypothetical landscape project.
• Activity: Concept Ideation & Drawing. In this activity, you’ll observe a site and create a scaled drawing showcasing a functional and visually appealing landscape layout. This is an excellent opportunity to exercise your design problem-solving skills.
• Final Project: Concept Presentation. In this final project, you’ll apply your course knowledge to a hypothetical design scenario, creating a detailed concept presentation. This project is an excellent opportunity to experience the stages of a professional design project and practise your problem-solving, creativity, and research skills.