CERES Permaculture Design Course
Description
The CERES Permaculture Design Course (PDC) is like a ‘user’s manual’ for the planet you live on. As we explore the huge elements that drive our living planet (energy, climate, geology, ecology etc) we will stay grounded in the simple, practical steps participants can take to live full and meaningful lives within the limits of what nature offers.
A CERES PDC packs in 100+ hours of learning and design experience. We opt for an extended format spread over many weeks to give all that new knowledge time to sink in. Spread across approx 4 months, you’ll have midweek and weekend sessions at CERES in Brunswick East plus visits to inspiring permaculture sites in urban and rural Victoria, and be mentored by permaculture experts including Joel Meadows, Kat Lavers, Beck Lowe, Adam Grubb & Adrian Black.
Time: The PDC runs from Sat 8th August – Sat 5th December 2026.
Sessions will consist of:
9 Saturdays 9.30am-4.30pm
12 Wednesdays 6.30pm -9.30pm
2 Saturday & Sunday Weekend Field Trips
Full schedule available soon.
Cost: $2544 Full / $2289 Concession & CERES Members
(payment plans available – contact adultlearning@ceres.org.au for full details)
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What/who is CERES?
CERES is an example of permaculture design on an incredible scale. 40 years ago the 10-acre site was a rubbish tip amongst factories with nothing but rusty cars in the soil. Today it is home to urban farms, a biodiverse wetland, social enterprises practicing permaculture principles and so much more. David Holmgren, the cofounder of permaculture, was one of its earliest designers.
It is unique for a permaculture demonstration site in that no one person or group ‘owns’ CERES; it continues to be community-run and not-for-profit to this day.
Can I pay for the course in instalments?
Yes, selected CERES Courses have a payment plan option allowing you to pay over time. Contact adultlearning@ceres.org.au to organise your place on a payment plan.
What if I can’t make a critical core session?
We know life happens. If you need to catch up on critical sessions, you are welcome to enquire about sitting-in on future classes to catch up, please note conditions apply.
