X--Degree Programs

Program Information

Landscape Architecture is the art and science of designing and conserving land and water for human use and enjoyment. As a profession, Landscape Architecture is concerned with two scales of planning and design.

In education and practice landscape architecture involves both planning and design. Its unique responsibility is to integrate societal needs with the natural environment in a manner which is non-polluting and results in minimal alteration to natural ecosystems. Frequently the landscape architect must work closely with architects, urban planners and engineers, and where the conservation and creation of natural settings is concerned they must work with scientists in this field. The challenge confronting the professional landscape architect is significant and promises to become even greater in the future.

Persons interested in pursuing a career in Landscape Architecture should possess several basic qualities. It is essential that the prospective student have a keen interest in art and design which may be cultivated to professional competence. They should have a strong interest in nature, a love of plants and a desire to arrange landscapes into beautiful and functional forms. Lastly, they should possess a strong interest in people as the art of landscape architecture is directed toward creating landscapes which fulfill people's requirements for use and enjoyment.

All electives may be chosen independently although counselling with the departmental advisor is recommended. In selecting electives 2 approaches may be followed: 1) electives may be chosen from a variety of disciplines to achieve breadth of knowledge or, 2) all or most electives may be chosen in a subject area in order to pursue a particular field of interest in depth. Some of these fields might normally include agricultural and biological sciences, environmental studies, fine art, geography, philosophy or sociology.

Students wishing to elect a permissible substitute shall do so in consultation with their departmental advisor. A substitute course will normally be in the same academic area as that listed in the Landscape Architecture Program.

The following elective courses in Landscape Architecture are available. Refer to course descriptions for scheduling information.

Academic Advising

The criteria for continuation of study are stated in Section VIII--Undergraduate Degree Regulations & Procedures. In order to qualify for graduation from the 10 semester Honours B.L.A. program, the student must successfully complete all of the courses approved for the program. At least 60% in all course attempts must be at grade 60% or better.

1996-97 Undergraduate Calendar X--Degree Programs Bachelor of Landscape Architecture-- B.L.A.

Last revised: August 28, 1996. Contact: ccrenna@registrar.uoguelph.ca.