Online Courses
Helping you to explore the World of Plants - wherever you are!
20% off online 'Getting started with' short courses in January 2026
Make the most of the long winter evenings by learning all about gardening, planting design or botany with one of our online short courses. For £100 (reduced from £125), you’ll get over 30 hours of learning and guidance supported by our tutors via online discussion forums along with course access for a year.
'Getting started with' courses
Certificate courses
Free taster resources
Try out some activities from our 'Getting started with' online short courses and use the password Tryb4Youbuy! when prompted
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Learn online with the Royal Botanic Garden Edinburgh. We have a range of courses available at different times throughout the year, from short free courses, to short 'Getting started with' courses (start anytime) through to certificates and diplomas. We also have free resources for young people and teachers.
Our PropaGate platform allows you to access resources and tutor support together with chatting to your fellow learners using the discussion forums.
Why not try one of our free courses such as our 5 hour Plants and climate change course first?
Please note that Certificates and Diplomas have an application process, whereas you can simply register and pay for our short courses.
Free courses/resources
Our Diploma courses
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If you have any questions please contact us on 0131 248 2937 or get in touch by using the enquiry form below.
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