Bachelor's Degree in Landscape Architecture

Who is this program for?

A bachelor's degree in Landscape Architecture is ideal for students with a passion for design, the environment, and sustainable development, offering career opportunities in urban planning, environmental design, or landscape architecture. This program prepares graduates to work as landscape architects, urban designers, or environmental consultants, shaping public spaces, parks, and green infrastructure projects that enhance both functionality and aesthetics.

Program Overview

The Landscape Architecture bachelor’s degree at the University of Kentucky combines art, science, and environmental stewardship to prepare students to design meaningful and sustainable outdoor spaces. From public parks and urban plazas to campuses, streetscapes, and green infrastructure, landscape architects shape the spaces where communities live, work, and gather. This program teaches students how to create human environments that are functional, beautiful, and ecologically sound, with coursework in design studios, plant identification, digital graphics, soil science, ecology, and more. Students also explore advanced topics like regional planning, cultural landscape preservation, and GIS. Graduates are equipped for careers in both public and private sectors, working with design firms, government agencies, or nonprofits to tackle critical issues like climate resilience, community development, and land conservation. With hands-on learning opportunities, including projects with the Community and Economic Development Initiative of Kentucky (CEDIK), students gain real-world experience creating vibrant, sustainable places across the state. If you’re passionate about design, the environment, and community impact, Landscape Architecture offers a creative and purposeful career path.

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Our Landscape Architecture program is accredited by the Landscape Architectural Accreditation Board (LAAB). This LAAB accreditation confirms that our curriculum, faculty, and learning environment meet nationally established peer-reviewed standards, preparing students for professional practice and licensure eligibility.

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120
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BS

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If you plan to obtain professional licensure outside of Kentucky, please refer to the Licensure page to confirm whether the program meets the educational requirements for professional licensure in your state of interest.

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The Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture program focuses on the design, planning, and stewardship of outdoor spaces that are functional, sustainable, and visually engaging. Students explore subjects such as site design, land use planning, plant materials, environmental systems, and digital design tools. The curriculum blends creative expression with technical skill development through studio-based learning, hands-on projects, and field experiences that prepare students to shape the built and natural environments. Expand the menu below to view a sample curriculum plan.


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For residents of the states listed below, this program qualifies you to receive the University of Kentucky's in-state tuition rate through the Academic Common Marketplace.

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