New Course - Starting July 2026

Freshwater Aquascaping Online Course

  • 8 Days
  • 2 Hours / Day · 16 Hours Total
  • 100% Live Online
  • Certificate Included
₹4,999 ₹7,999

Course Fee (GST Applicable)

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Live Online Classes
Day-wise Topic Coverage
Interactive Video Demonstrations
Verified Certificate
Expert-Led Sessions
₹4,999 Course Fee (GST Applicable)
8

Days of Learning

16

Hours of Content

1

Practical (Optional)

6

Aquascape Styles

About the Course

Learn Aquascaping from Scratch - Online, in 8 Days

The Online Freshwater Aquascaping Course by TiCi Nature Academy is an intensive, instructor-led programme that takes you from zero to confident aquascape designer in just 8 days. Whether you are a nature enthusiast, a hobbyist ready to level up, or someone exploring a career in aquatic design — this course gives you the ecosystem knowledge, design principles, and maintenance skills to build stunning freshwater aquariums.

Live sessions run for 2 hours each day, combining theory, visual demonstrations, and interactive Q&A. Upon completing the online modules, participants have the option to attend a one-day in-person practical session at our Howrah facility for an additional fee.

  • Beginner-friendly - no prior science background needed
  • Learn 6 major aquascape styles including Iwagumi & Biotope
  • Master water chemistry, nitrogen cycle, and plant biology
  • Design layouts using the Golden Ratio and Rule of Thirds
  • Select compatible fish, shrimps, and plant communities
  • Troubleshoot algae, disease, and water quality issues
Suitable For

This Course Is Built for You If…

1

Nature Enthusiasts

You love aquariums and want to understand how to design and maintain them the right way.

2

Students

Biology, environmental science, or zoology students looking to add practical aquatic skills to their portfolio.

3

Career Changers

Professionals exploring creative or nature-based careers in aquascape design or consulting.

4

Aspiring Entrepreneurs

Want to start an aquarium setup service, sell aquatic plants, or launch a maintenance business.

5

Home Aquarists

Already keeping an aquarium but want to go beyond basic fish-keeping and create something truly beautiful.

6

Designers & Creatives

Interior designers and creatives interested in incorporating living aquascapes into spaces.

Who It's For

Your 8-Day Learning Journey

Each day covers 2 hours of live, structured content. Days build on each other — from foundations to full aquascape design and maintenance mastery.

  • Day 1
Introduction to Freshwater Aquascaping & Aquatic Ecosystems
  • What is Aquascaping? History & evolution
  • 6 styles: Nature, Dutch, Iwagumi, Brazilian, Jungle, Biotope
  • Understanding aquatic ecosystems & biodiversity

Activity: Discussion on famous aquascapes and ecosystem examples

  • Day 2
Aquarium Setup & Essential Equipment
  • Tank types, sizes & selection
  • Filtration, lighting & CO₂ systems
  • Temperature control & water circulation

Demo: Understanding equipment selection for different aquascapes

  • Day 3
Water Chemistry & Ecosystem Health
  • The nitrogen cycle & biological filtration
  • pH, KH, GH, TDS - what they mean
  • Ammonia, nitrite, nitrate - testing & control

Activity: Interpretation of water test results

  • Day 4
Aquatic Plants & Their Ecological Roles
  • Plant anatomy, growth & nutrient needs
  • Foreground, midground & background placement
  • Plant propagation techniques

Session: Plant identification and placement planning

  • Day 5
Hardscape Design & Aquascaping Principles
  • Rocks, driftwood & natural materials
  • Golden Ratio, Rule of Thirds, depth & focal points
  • Substrate selection & layering

Activity: Demonstration and Layout designing of an aquascape

  • Day 6
Aquarium Fauna & Ecosystem Interactions
  • Compatible fish, shrimps & snails
  • Community aquarium planning & fish behaviour
  • Stocking density & carrying capacity

Activity: Explore Thriving Community Aquariums

  • Day 7
Aquascape Maintenance & Problem Management
  • Routine maintenance, water changes & pruning
  • Algae identification & control
  • Common problems, disease prevention & solutions

Activity: Live Demonstration of Aquarium Maintenance and Troubleshooting Techniques

  • Day 8
Sustainable Aquascaping & Final Planning
  • Eco-friendly materials & sustainable practices
  • Full aquascape project planning
  • Final discussion & course wrap-up

Course completion & Q&A

  • Practical
Practical Application & Hands-On Learning Session (Optional)
  • Live aquascape setup & evaluation
  • Hands-on work with real tanks, plants & equipment
  • Q&A with our expert faculty
  • Hands-on practical session available separately at an additional cost.
  • Recorded sessions are not available.
What You'll Be Able to Do

Learning Outcomes

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Design freshwater aquascapes professionally using proven composition principles

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Understand aquatic ecosystem functioning — plants, fish, microbes, and water chemistry working together

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Select appropriate plants, fish, and equipment for any aquascape style

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Maintain stable water quality and a balanced, thriving ecosystem

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Apply sustainable aquascaping practices with eco-friendly materials and methods

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Develop aquascaping projects for hobby, education, or professional business purposes

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

It is an 8-day, 16-hour live online course covering everything from aquascape styles and water chemistry to plant selection, hardscape design, and maintenance — taught by TiCi Nature Academy's expert faculty.

No prior experience is required. The course starts from fundamentals and is designed to be accessible to complete beginners while still being valuable for hobbyists who want to go deeper.

Classes are live and instructor-led via video conferencing (Zoom/Google Meet). Each session is 2 hours, running across 8 consecutive days. You will receive a class link after enrollment.

The batch starts in July 2026. Specific dates and timings will be shared upon enrollment. Please contact us via WhatsApp or the enquiry form for the exact schedule.

There are no practical sessions during the online classes; however, we will provide live video demonstrations. After completing the course, interested candidates can join an optional, one-day in-person practical session for an additional fee.

Upon completing the online modules and the assessment, you will receive a TiCi Nature Academy E-Certificate, which will be issued digitally to you.

The course fee is ₹4,999 (Course Fee Exclusive of GST). This covers all 8 live online sessions (16 hours) and course materials.
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