British Academy of Garden Design Reviews 

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

4.7

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Evaluating 44 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently find the course content to be well-structured and highly informative, with assignments that are both engaging and stimulating. Many appreciate how the program encourages them to think like a designer, fostering skill development and building confidence in their creative ideas. People consistently highlight the exceptional tutor support, noting that staff are helpful and provide excellent advice. The flexibility of the online course is also a significant advantage, allowing individuals to study and complete assignments around their busy schedules and personal commitments. This supportive environment contributes to an overall enjoyable and positive learning experience for many.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The garden design course is very well structured. The tutors, staff, and student services are very knowledgeable and professional. The tutors are always helpful and provide excellent advice. I learned... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I’ve really just started my Garden Design adventure. Just worked my way through Unit 1 and sent in my first assignment. So far the course has been very thorough and interesting, encouraging lots of re... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I am in to block 2 of the course and am really enjoying it. The content is thorough and easy to read and understand. It's a lot of material but doing it online in my own time is really working for me.... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Yesterday, I submitted my final assignment of the course. Whilst this gives a good feeling that I've completed the course, it's also tinged with a bit of sadness. I enjoyed the course and I've grown... See more


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Become a professional garden designer or learn about horticulture with our home-study or classroom-based courses. Whether you want to change career, upskill, or learn the basics, we have the right course at the British Academy of Garden Design. With home-study or live online classes, you can study from anywhere worldwide. The classroom-based classes are in London, Birmingham, Manchester, Edinburgh, Belfast and Live Online. You can contact us now to learn more about our courses and start studying Garden Design or Horticulture with our academy.


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4.7

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TrustScore 4.5 out of 5

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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Flexibility & reasonable timeframe

Doing the course online remotely gave me the flexibility to fit the assignments in around my busy schedule, running three businesses and looking after my family. Being able to pick up the course again (having stopped for 1 year to launch our new business), still gave me enough time to produce quality work rather than feeling under pressure to rush through.

1 September 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Studying with the British Academy of…

Studying with the British Academy of Garden Design has been a genuinely enjoyable and motivating experience. The course feels supportive and inspiring, helping ideas grow into real design confidence along the way.

1 December 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Course completed!

I'm extremely grateful to BAGD for supporting me through the PG Dip in Garden Design. It's been a real pleasure working through the course work - all the requirements and supporting research material were extremely well presented so I didn't often needed extra pointers, but whenever I asked, Student Services were always helpful and prompt. The lectures and supervision from Julie in the first year were particularly valuable, especially in developing my practical awareness. I feel like I now have the skills and confidence to start approaching clients to help design their gardens.

3 December 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An Amazing Course!

Yesterday, I submitted my final assignment of the course. Whilst this gives a good feeling that I've completed the course, it's also tinged with a bit of sadness. I enjoyed the course and I've grown with it! The course is amazing, and there is great tutor support. I've learnt so much, and I will continue to research further into the facinating subject of garden design. Thank you for the great experience!

30 November 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommend

The course is stimulating, informative and above all enjoyable. You feel well supported and are able to choose the best method of study to suit your lifestyle.
would highly recommend to anyone interested in gardening and nature.

4 November 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The course is fun and engaging

The course is fun and engaging, packed with very useful information. Very professional and supportive teachers, and also lots of support from the Student service team. Highly recommended!

22 October 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Im really enjoying the course

Im really enjoying the course. It’s very flexible so I can study and complete my assignments in my own time. The lessons are easy to follow with lots of photos and illustrations to help as well

9 October 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The perfect course

The content is just perfect, the pace you learn and how it is presented makes you feel so confident in the subject matter. I have gone from knowing very little to a full understanding of the topic very quickly.

28 May 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Helpful tutors

Tutors are always on hand to help

The course allows me to study a full range of areas and I am feeling more confident as the course progresses.

28 May 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

BAGD allowed me to discover a designer within ..

I started my journey with the Academy in 2020 when Covid19 made me revise my skillset and direction for the future. While other courses provided with very basic training the BAGD allowed me to discover a designer within despite that I do not have inclination for architecture. It is thanks to its effective curriculum that I have become the horticulturalist I wanted to be, created my dream garden and even become a judge of the town's gardens 2025!

28 March 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very well structured learning experience

Very happy with my experience, the course materials are exceptionally well-structured, gradually building knowledge in a way that deepens my understanding with every unit. Despite studying fully online, I feel supported, and the overall learning experience has so far been incredibly positive and exciting.

2 April 2025
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Course…

I am only half way through the course but I have to say so far its been fantastic. I have two degrees in a different field. One studied by Open University, one at night school. This course has been just as good if not better. The tutors Cant help you enough and the resources are great. There are video tutorials and there's always help at the end of an email.

Very Good I'd recommend

20 March 2025
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