Principles of Garden Planning, Construction & Planting RHS Level 3 Certificate
This course is for seasoned gardeners, either keen amateurs or those looking for a career change. It is classroom based and will give you in-depth knowledge regarding gardening surveying and design principles.
Entry requirements
Whilst there are no formal pre-requisites, it is strongly recommended that you have obtained the Principles of Garden Planning, Establishment and Maintenance RHS Level 2 Certificate and Principles of Plant Growth, Propagation & Development RHS Level 2 Certificate or equivalent before you commence on this course.
Course content
You will study the following units:
- Understanding garden survey techniques and design principles (4 credits)
- Understanding the selection and use of landscaping elements in the garden (4 credits)
- Understanding the setting out and construction of landscaping elements in the garden (4 credits)
- Understanding a range of specialist elements in the establishment of garden and urban plantings (3 credits)
Assessment methods
Each unit will be assessed by a separate written examination covering all learning outcomes specified in the unit. Examinations are taken at the end of the course on dates set by the RHS. There are two exams in February and two in June.
Please note: New style qualifications are under discussion by the RHS and may start in September 2019.