Landscape Architecture

What will you learn?

Is this programme for me?

If you have interest in designs and are sensitive to the quality of the outdoor environment, you are suited for this programme.

In addition to that, good drawing skills are also essential.

Dealing with the outdoor space, you have to be creative, innovative, sensitive and effective as you do not only create spaces that are pleasant to the eye but also an environment that is safe and sustainable.

What will I learn?

This is a design based programme so students will be exposed to design projects in various fields including residential, parks, recreational design, community design, urban design, ecological, conservation and others.

The learning process involves design studio, site visits, hand drawing, computer programmes and creating models.

What should I expect?

Students will be engaged with academic experts and industry practitioners by accessing their design projects throughout the semesters. This programme requires students to undergo internships to expose them to various fields and as a preparation for becoming Landscape Architects in the future.

What are the career prospects?

Landscape Architect is the main profession after graduating from this programme.

Landscape Architects are employed in three sectors:

• Public
• Private
• Academic

Besides Landscape Architects, there are various other professions such as:

• Landscape Consultant
• Landscape Contractor
• Landscape Designer
• Park and Recreation Manager
• Theme Park Designer
• Project and Nursery Manager

How much will I make?

The average salary for fresh graduates ranges from RM 2,000 to RM 3,000. However, the range differs based on student’s skills, experience and their ability.

The salary for Senior Landscape Architects would range from RM 5,000 to RM 7,000.

Did you know?

There are only six institutions that offers this programme, the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture. IUKL is one of them.

How is the programme here different compared to the other institutions? The programme structure itself, emphasizing on sustainable designs, constructions and technology, innovation as well as management.

A word of advice

Be sensitive with the outdoor environment since you are the 'steward of the land' in the future. Being passionate towards the landscape will drive you to succeed.

Landscape Architecture is not about planting trees and Landscape Architects are not glorified gardeners. The scope is beyond that.