Overview
Go your own way with a Bachelor of Landscape Design
Studying landscape design opens a world of possibilities on an international scale as new urban environments all over the world are designed using landscape principles. At UC you will be immersed in an innovative and research-led degree that positions you for an exciting career in this unique field.
Study a Bachelor of Landscape Design at UC and you will:
- combine a research-led foundation with a multidisciplinary approach to theory and practice of landscape design
- acquire the values, knowledge and skills critical to the design and management of sustainable built environments and open space systems
- be a part of an integrated studio based landscape program
- learn in and contribute to Canberra’s international reputation as a living breathing example of a designed landscape city.
Work integrated learning
Our course encourages you to explore the world of design and gain valuable experience within the setting of Australia's national capital – an internationally recognised model design city.
Career opportunities
- state and local governments
- national park and management agencies
- cultural heritage units
- landscape architecture and multidisciplinary design practices
Course specific information
Standard entry is to this course is by ATAR score however you can also apply via portfolio entry.
Professional accreditation
This course is a prerequisite for professional accreditation from the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA). Professional accreditation applies to graduates of the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours).
Admission requirements
Admission to this course is based on an entrance rank. A rank can be achieved by the following means:
- Year 12 ATAR
- other Australian Qualification
- work experience
- overseas qualification
We also offer a number of entry initiatives that give you the opportunity to gain entry to the University via alternate pathway programs and admissions schemes.
Course information
Learning outcomes
Students will be able to: - demonstrate design literacy and a critical understanding of Design sufficient to contribute to the design profession; - demonstrate advanced communication skills including visual, written and oral; - perform at a level of professional expertise that allows them confidently to enter the landscape design professions.
Students will demonstrate an awareness and understanding of: - the implications of contemporary global challenges, including sustainability, in the context of design, society and the environment; - the roles and duties of design agencies in addressing these social, economic and environmental challenges.
Students will demonstrate highly developed skills in: - collaborative and strategic problem solving through multi disciplinary learning; - articulating the designers' contribution to complex design challenges involving multiple stakeholders;
Students will be able to: - make a positive contribution to a socially just, environmentally responsible and culturally diverse society; - contribute to the profession as a designer by demonstrating best practice and ethical behavior.
