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Landscape Architecture Post-Professional Degree

About

The Landscape Architecture Post-Professional Degree program offers an advanced interdisciplinary study of landscape design, urban planning, and environmental sustainability. Over two years, students explore design theory, site analysis, ecological planning, and urban development while integrating practical and research-based approaches. The curriculum emphasizes creative problem-solving, analytical thinking, and applied design, allowing learners to address complex environmental and social challenges through innovative landscape solutions. Through studio work, workshops, and field-based projects, students develop the skills necessary to implement sustainable and impactful landscape designs.

Students also gain hands-on experience through collaborative projects, research initiatives, and site-based studies, fostering technical proficiency and professional competencies. Mentorship from experienced faculty supports both design development and research practice, providing guidance for career advancement and applied professional work. By the end of the program, graduates leave with strong analytical, design, and research skills, prepared to contribute effectively to landscape architecture, urban design, and environmental planning.

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Key Facts

  • Program Title: Landscape Architecture Post-Professional Degree
  • Degree Type: Master of Arts
  • Duration: 2 years
  • Mode of Study: Full-time, On Campus
  • Application Deadline: 05 April 2026
  • Location: University of Texas at Austin, United States
  • Field of Study: Landscape Architecture
  • Language of Instruction: English

Program Structure

Semester 1 – Foundations in Landscape Architecture

  • Advanced Design Theory
  • Site Analysis and Environmental Planning
  • Landscape Ecology
  • Studio: Design Methods and Techniques

Semester 2 – Intermediate Design & Applied Practice

  • Urban Design and Public Spaces
  • Sustainable Landscape Strategies
  • Research Methods in Landscape Architecture
  • Workshop: Collaborative Design Projects

Semester 3 – Specialization & Applied Research

  • Advanced Site Planning
  • Environmental Policy and Regulation
  • Fieldwork / Applied Design Project
  • Electives in Landscape or Urban Studies

Semester 4 – Capstone & Thesis

  • Independent Research / Thesis
  • Advanced Design Studio
  • Professional Portfolio Development
  • Seminar: Contemporary Trends in Landscape Architecture

Career Opportunities

Graduates are prepared for careers as landscape architects, urban designers, environmental planners, and design consultants. They may work in design firms, public agencies, environmental consultancies, or urban development organizations. The program equips students with skills in design, planning, research, and project management, enabling them to develop innovative, sustainable, and socially responsive landscapes. Alumni often contribute to urban revitalization, public space development, and ecological planning projects. With a combination of design expertise and applied experience, graduates gain a competitive advantage in shaping sustainable and impactful environments.

Why Choose This Program

This program is ideal for students seeking advanced knowledge and applied skills in landscape architecture with a focus on research and professional development. The two-year structure allows learners to build foundational and specialized competencies, engage in applied projects, and complete a capstone or thesis under expert guidance. By participating in studios, workshops, and field-based projects, students develop critical thinking, creative problem-solving, and professional skills. The curriculum emphasizes sustainability, innovation, and interdisciplinary approaches, preparing graduates to make meaningful contributions to landscape architecture, urban planning, and environmental design.

Contact Information

For further information, please contact the admissions office at:

Phone: +1 (512) 471-3434
Email: gradadmissions@utexas.edu
Address: 110 Inner Campus Drive, Stop G1800, Austin, TX 78712, USA