Landscape Designer

A Landscape Designer creates outdoor spaces that are functional, sustainable, and visually appealing. You might work on residential gardens, public parks, or commercial landscapes. Landscape Designers focus on selecting plants, materials, and design elements that complement the environment. You’ll develop plans and collaborate with clients and contractors to bring your designs to life.

Landscape Designers play an important role in shaping outdoor environments. You’ll need creativity and a strong understanding of horticulture and environmental sustainability. You’ll also need excellent communication skills to understand clients' needs and present your ideas clearly. Attention to detail is crucial as you ensure your designs are executed to the highest standard.

Future demand Medium
Average yearly income $62,400
Skill level Advanced

How do I become a landscape designer?

All skill levels Beginner Experienced
Recommended

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours)
On Campus
4 years
$36,000 - $37,256
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Landscape Architect Urban Designer Landscape Designer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Landscape Architect Urban Designer Landscape Designer
AHC30921

Certificate III in Landscape Construction
Online
24 months
Unavailable
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Landscaper Landscape Labourer Irrigation Assistant
Landscape Designer
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Landscaper Landscape Labourer Irrigation Assistant Landscape Designer + 1 more

Garden & Landscape Design Essentials
Online
60 hours
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Landscape Designer Garden Designer Environmental Consultant
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Landscape Designer Garden Designer Environmental Consultant
AHC50621

Diploma of Landscape Design
On Campus, Online, Traineeship
12 - 24 months
$0 - $21,060
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Garden Designer Landscape Designer
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Garden Designer Landscape Designer
AHC42421

Certificate IV in Landscape Design
On Campus
18 months
$8,200
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Garden Designer Landscaper Landscape Designer
Design Consultant
+ 1 more
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Garden Designer Landscaper Landscape Designer Design Consultant + 1 more
AHC42021

Certificate IV in Landscape Construction Management
Blended, On Campus, Traineeship
12 - 14 months
$14,500
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Landscape Manager Landscape Designer Site Supervisor
  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
Additional requirements may apply.
Landscape Manager Landscape Designer Site Supervisor
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Landscape Architect

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