Introduction to Permaculture Design : Canberra Institute of Technology

Overview

Discover the principles of permaculture and learn how to create sustainable, productive environments that work in harmony with nature. This introductory course explores the ethics, principles and design approaches that underpin permaculture, helping you understand how natural systems can be used to grow food, conserve resources and support healthy ecosystems.

You'll examine Canberra's unique climate, water resources, soil types and vegetation, and learn how these factors influence successful permaculture design. Through practical activities and real-world examples, you'll develop the skills to assess a site and create a tailored permaculture plan that balances environmental, social and practical considerations.

Whether you're a home gardener, sustainability enthusiast or horticulture student, this course provides a practical introduction to designing resilient and sustainable spaces.

This is a non-accredited short course.

Cost

$350

Course no.

XA-BD27

Duration

3 x 3 hour night sessions (Mondays) + 2 x half day (Saturdays)

Delivery mode

Face-to-face

Location

CIT Bruce

Dates

Multiple start dates throughout the year

Eligibility and entry requirements

To enrol in this course, you must be aged 17 years or older, and be one of the following:

an Australian citizen or permanent resident
a New Zealand citizen
the holder of a permanent humanitarian visa
an eligible temporary visa holder as defined in the CIT Admission and Enrolment Policy.

What you will learn

explain the ethics and principles of permaculture
assess the climate, soil, water and vegetation characteristics of a site
apply permaculture design techniques to real-world scenarios
develop a basic permaculture plan tailored to a specific site
identify sustainable practices that support productive and resilient landscapes

Who this course is for

home gardeners wanting to create more sustainable and productive gardens
sustainability enthusiasts interested in practical environmental solutions
community members looking to learn the foundations of permaculture
current horticulture students seeking to broaden their knowledge
anyone interested in designing landscapes that work with natural systems

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How to enrol

Review the course information
- Check the course delivery mode, entry requirements, and any prerequisites (if applicable).
Choose your session
- Select your preferred course date and time from the available options.
Review the terms and conditions
- Make sure you read and understand the enrolment terms before registering.
Complete the registration form
- Fill out the Eventbrite form on the course page.
- Hint: If you’re registering multiple participants from the same organisation, you'll need to enter details for each person.
Submit and confirm your enrolment
- After submitting the completed form, you’ll receive a confirmation email.
- If your course requires proof of identity or other documents, further instructions will be provided to help you finalise your enrolment.

Why study a CIT short course?

Fast and flexible

Gain new skills in a timeframe that suits you. Flexible delivery options make it easy to fit learning into your life.

Practical skills you can use

Get hands-on from day one and learn by doing. Our short courses are built for people who want real results, not just theory.

Taught by industry experts

Learn from those who do it every day. Get real-world tips from industry professionals who teach from experience.

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