oreobrazil.blogg.se - Landscape design schools

Check whether the course tutors are practising designers, and whether the college has links with the industry.

CAD (Computer Aided Design) such as AutoCAD or SketchUp is not always offered but essential for any garden designer – so check whether this is offered.

Find out how much time with and feedback from a tutor each student is likely to get – this is key to making progress.

Find out how many projects need to be completed on the course - the more varied the better.

Check the course accreditation – some are accredited by colleges, and some have been awarded Educator Status by the Society of Garden Designers.

Bear in mind that the homework on a garden design course can be substantial and you may need to set aside a large chunk of time every week, with regular hand-in or presentation deadlines to meet.Consider costs – further or higher education colleges are often much cheaper than private garden design schools, and online courses are cheaper than in-person ones.Find out if the course gives advice on all aspects of running a garden design business, from presenting ideas to clients, budgeting, marketing, legal issues, insurance and accounting.A good course should cover all aspects of garden design, including creating presentation plans, documents and drawings and all aspects of construction and planting design.Advice on choosing a garden design course