This course is provided by the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh (RBGE) and the University of Leeds and will close on the 30th June 2023.

Whether you are a student of the built environment (civil engineers, urban planners, landscape architects, etc) or just have a general interest in plants and green infrastructure, this course will equip you with the skills and knowledge to make better-informed choices about the design and management of green spaces and urban areas for both people and nature.

This course is also part of a research study by Sebastian Stroud from the University of Leeds, so if you should wish, you will be able to help us better understand how we can train people to make better more socially and environmentally conscious decisions in urban planning and management. 

Even if you are not a student of the built environment you are still welcome to participate in the research study as it will help inform us about how effective our module has been in educating you!

Ultimately, we aim to help you answer the following question:

How can we improve urban areas for both people and wildlife?

This course will be free of charge and has now launched. If you already have an account on PropaGate, you do not need to register for this course - you can self enrol to gain instant access.  If you are a staff member/volunteer at RBGE, please email propagate@rbge.org.uk for a login. Otherwise if you do not have an account, please register using this form. Accounts will be created once a week. Registration details will be held by the University of Leeds and shared with RBGE to create online accounts.