Fundamentals of Landscape Architecture

Explore the essentials of landscape architecture, from design elements to legislation.

Overview
This course offers a detailed introduction to the fundamentals of landscape architecture. You will gain insight into both hard and soft landscape elements, learning how to blend natural and constructed features harmoniously. The curriculum also covers important aspects of planning and legislation, ensuring your designs respect environmental and legal frameworks.

Beyond the basics, you will develop skills to establish design parameters and frameworks, creating cohesive landscape plans. The course guides you through design guidelines, representation techniques, and principles of landscape management. Whether you aim to design parks, gardens, or urban spaces, this course sets the foundation for thoughtful and effective landscape solutions.

Learning Outcomes:

• Understand key concepts and history of landscape architecture.
• Identify and differentiate hard and soft landscape elements.
• Interpret planning laws and environmental legislation effectively.
• Develop design frameworks tailored to specific project needs.
• Create clear, professional representations of landscape designs.
• Apply management principles to maintain landscape sustainability.

Course Curriculum:

• Module 1: Introduction to Landscape Architecture
• Module 2: Hard Landscape Elements
• Module 3: Soft Landscape Elements
• Module 4: Planning and Legislation
• Module 5: Establishing the Parameters
• Module 6: Developing the Framework
• Module 7: Establishing Content
• Module 8: Design Guidelines
• Module 9: Representing the Landscape Design
• Module 10: Landscape Management

Who is this Course For:

• Aspiring landscape architects seeking foundational knowledge.
• Garden designers wanting to broaden their technical skills.
• Urban planners interested in green space integration.
• Environmental consultants working with land use projects.
• Students exploring careers in design and environmental planning.
• Professionals aiming to understand landscape regulations better.
• Hobbyists passionate about garden and outdoor space design.
• Architects wishing to enhance their landscape design insight.

Career Path:

• Landscape Architect — £33,000 per year (average)
• Garden Designer — £28,000 per year (average)
• Urban Planner — £35,000 per year (average)
• Environmental Consultant — £30,000 per year (average)
• Landscape Technician — £26,000 per year (average)
• Parks and Recreation Manager — £29,000 per year (average)