Programs and Curriculum--Department of Landscape Architecture

There are three domains of the curriculum including landscape architecture theory, landscape architecture design, and landscape architecture construction. The major courses are: introduction to landscape architecture, introduction to landscape planning theory, principles of landscape design, plant design, introduction to landscape construction, ecological construction methods.

Career Prospects

(1) Profession Practice
Professional practice opportunities can be sorted into four categories: 1) landscape architecture related governmental or private administrative departments, 2) landscape architecture planning and design related engineering consultant corporations, 3) landscape Architecture related business management, and 4) setup a firm of your own. In addition, careers at academic or educational organizations in research, promotion, and professional training are attractive alternatives.

(2) Advanced Study

Advanced study in Taiwan or in another country provides an opportunity for students to pursue advanced degrees. Advanced degree does not merely give insights into the landscape architecture science. It is also a beginning step into an academic career. Institutions for graduate study majoring in landscape architecture are National Taiwan University, Tunghai University, Chinese Culture University, Feng Chia University, and National Chung Hsing University.