NDSU's landscape architecture program offers students an exciting path to a rewarding career. The program is designed to give students a solid foundation in the technical and aesthetic aspects of landscape architecture. Students say it’s a dynamic environment that fosters an inclusive learning experience with challenging opportunities.
Landscape architecture is a subset of general architecture, with an emphasis on designing outdoor spaces. 丽贝卡·海德, a master’s degree student from Manitoba, 加拿大, shared her perspective on the differences between the two fields.
在我看来, the biggest difference between architecture and landscape architecture is the materials used,海德说. 在这两种实践中, it is important to envision how people will interact with the space and to create rooms that meet the intended requirements. Landscape architecture just uses living materials to achieve this."
Landscape architects design parks, 绿色空间, 城市广场, campuses and outdoor living areas for homes and businesses. They create aesthetically pleasing environments that also serve as functional spaces for people to enjoy.
The skills and knowledge students acquire in the program will prepare them to work in a variety of settings and allow them to adapt their skills to different projects.
"This program has taught me so many new skills,海德说. "Learning about the different digital programs used in design has been one of the biggest skills I've learned so far. I feel like the course structure keeps the material that we're learning challenging, but exciting and engaging. I have learned so much about design and board layout. The course facilities are excellent and I have everything I need to excel in the program.”
The program has opened up a world of possibilities for Heide in her career search.
"Landscape architecture can lead to more career paths than I had even anticipated," she said. "It can lead to residential design, 城市设计与规划, climate change solutions and conservation and more."
Heide also said the program is unique. "The close-knit community that develops in the 工作室 is one of the things that sets this program apart," she said. 这包括 教师 who have all been extremely helpful and approachable."
多米尼克·菲舍尔, NDSU associate professor of landscape architecture, said NDSU landscaper architecture students are highly coveted after following graduation.
“我们也是唯一 认证程序 in North Dakota, Montana and Wyoming,” Fischer said. “For those who are interested in a career in landscape architecture, this is the perfect time to focus on the field. Our recent graduates are receiving competing offers and sign-on bonuses from top companies across the country and have 100% job placement.”
Salaries have increased 11% for landscape architects in the last five years. 另外, the projected job growth for landscape architects is 4% from 2018-2028 with approximately 7,000 current job openings in the U.S. 独自一人.
For a closer look at NDSU’s landscape architecture program, visit the official university YouTube channel.
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