Therapeutic Landscapes

In this subject you will study research, applications and practice of therapeutic landscapes across social, community, horticultural and education settings. The content includes methods and approaches used in therapeutic horticulture, horticultural therapy programs, planning, design and construction of therapeutic landscapes, models and examples of successful practice in school, children and community gardens. Field visits and practical activities form part of the content, with 5hr field trips conducted in weeks 7 and 11 to visit sites in metropolitan Melbourne discussed in the preceding weeks.