Landscape Architecture

Study mode:On campus Study type:Full-time Languages: English
Local:$ 8.88 k / Year(s) Foreign:$ 18 k / Year(s)  
StudyQA ranking:2696 Duration:

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Landscape Architecture at South Dakota State University offers a comprehensive education that prepares students to design sustainable, functional, and aesthetically pleasing outdoor environments. The program emphasizes the integration of environmental science, design principles, and societal needs to create landscapes that enhance quality of life and promote ecological health. Students will engage in a rigorous curriculum that covers landscape design, site planning, plant science, ecology, and urban planning, providing them with a well-rounded understanding of the field. Through hands-on projects, studio-based learning, and internships, students gain practical experience in designing parks, recreational areas, urban plazas, and green infrastructure. The program also focuses on principles of sustainability, environmental stewardship, and community engagement, ensuring graduates are equipped to address current and future challenges in landscape architecture. Faculty members are experienced professionals and researchers dedicated to guiding students through innovative design processes and emerging technologies. The curriculum is designed to foster creativity, technical expertise, and critical thinking, enabling graduates to thrive in various career paths such as landscape design firms, government agencies, environmental organizations, and private consulting. Students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, including design studios, plant laboratories, and GIS technology labs. Upon completion of the program, graduates earn a Bachelor of Science in Landscape Architecture (BSLA), which prepares them to pursue licensure and advanced study. The program also encourages active involvement in professional organizations and community projects, further enriching the educational experience. With a commitment to sustainability and community resilience, South Dakota State University’s Landscape Architecture program aims to develop innovative professionals who will shape the natural and built environment for generations to come.

Detailed Course Facts

Tuition fee
  • USD 8875 Year (National)
  • USD 18044 Year (International)
Start date January,September 2015 Credits 120
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  • English
Delivery mode On Campus Educational variant Full-time

Course Content

Major Requirements:
  • Fundamentals of Turf Management and Lab Credits:
  • Woody Plants: Trees and Lab Credits:
  • Woody Plants: Shrubs and Vines Credits:
  • Herbaceous Plants and Lab Credits:
  • Fundamentals of Landscape Graphics Credits:
  • Computer Applications in Landscape Architecture I Credits:
  • Computer Applications in Landscape Architecture II Credits:
  • History of Landscape Architecture Credits:
  • Landscape Graphics and Theory of Design Credits:
  • Residential Design Credits:
  • Planting Design and Specifications Credits:
  • Travel Studies in Landscape Architecture Credits:
  • Travel Studies in Landscape Architecture Lab Credits:
  • Landscape Site Engineering Credits:
  • Landscape Construction Credits:
  • Planning Public Grounds and Lab Credits:
  • City Planning and Lab Credits:
  • Construction Documentation and Practicum and Lab Credits:
  • Recreational Facilities Design and Lab Credits:
  • Landscape Professional Practicum Studio Credits:

English Language Requirements

IELTS band : 5.5 TOEFL paper-based test score : 550 TOEFL iBT® test : 61

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Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Agriculture

Work Experience

No work experience is required.

Related Scholarships*

  • Academic Excellence Scholarship

    "The Academic Excellence Scholarship can provide up to a 50 % reduction in tuition per semester. These scholarships will be renewed if the student maintains superior academic performance during each semester of their 3-year Bachelor programme. The scholarship will be directly applied to the student’s tuition fees."

  • Alumni Study Travel Fund

    Scholarships for students who are already attending the University of Reading.

  • Amsterdam Merit Scholarships

    The University of Amsterdam aims to attract the world’s brightest students to its international classrooms. Outstanding students from outside the European Economic Area can apply for an Amsterdam Merit Scholarship.

* The scholarships shown on this page are suggestions first and foremost. They could be offered by other organisations than South Dakota State University.

Accreditation

South Dakota State University has been granted the full, ten-year reaccreditation by the Higher Learning Commission. An accreditation team of representatives from peer institutions commended SDSU for:
  • Dedicated faculty and staff
  • Quality new facilities
  • Excellent student leadership
  • Shared governance
  • Partnerships with local community
  • Robust and Integrated assessment program
  • Successful transition to NCAA Division I Athletics

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