Gardening for Wellbeing
Learn to garden to improve your physical and mental wellbeing. From growing plants on a windowsill to appreciating the outdoors, this course is designed to utilise natural resources to create a healthier lifestyle in harmony with nature.
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Purpose: Community Learning
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Delivery: On campus
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Duration: 16 hours over 8 weeks, Fridays 10.00am – 12.00pm
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Next course: 23 April 2021
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Learning Outcomes
By the end of this course you will be able to:
- Grow and identify a variety of plants that enhance mood and wellbeing
- Identify elements of gardening that improve physical and mental health
- Visit local gardens, woodland and parks for wellbeing walks
- Carry out practical gardening (propagating plants, maintenance and harvesting)
- Understand the basic principles and benefits of organic gardening with wildlife in mind
- Use natural products in creative activites e.g. make lavender bags, bird feeders, collage, painting
- Harvest vegetables or herbs to make a healthy meal or beverage
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How will I be assessed?
During this course you will be assessed through:
- Quizzes
- Observations and questioning
- Games and activities
- Mood journals/diaries
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What do I need?
Ideally you will have access to pen and paper.
All other resources and materials for this course will be provided. Written material will be available on google classroom.
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Next steps?
This could lead onto one of the Horticulture and Sustainability courses available at Ruskin.
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What will it cost me?
The cost for this course is £35. It is free if you are unemployed or earning less than £17,004 per annum.
IT Requirements
To participate in this course you will need basic computer skills.
To enrol online please first select Sign in or Create an Account. This will open a separate window, where you can set up your Ruskin account. (By setting up a Ruskin account, you will be able to log in quickly and easily in future to apply for other Ruskin College courses.)
Once you have successfully created your account, please return to this page and select Enrol Now, where you will be able to complete your enrolment on the course.
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Any questions?
Please call us on 01865 759600 or email enquiries@ruskin.ac.uk.