Academic Accelerator - Bachelor of Landscape Architecture

The Academic Accelerator Program (AAP) is a balanced first-year program for international students with strong English-language skills. It provides additional support to immersive classes taught in English to ensure students have the necessary assistance.

In the Academic Accelerator, students will receive:

Landscape architecture is a blend of design and science, encompassing the profession that plans, designs, and manages land. Landscape architects are responsible for designing a variety of spaces, from parks and gardens to commercial centers and transportation corridors. They also work on projects involving the restoration of natural areas impacted by human activity, such as wetlands and deforested land, as well as revitalizing post-disaster sites and redeveloping urban landscapes.

The Robert Reich School of Landscape Architecture is a highly regarded program with a strong international reputation. Offering programs leading to the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture and the Master of Landscape Architecture, the school has been producing skilled landscape architects for over 60 years. With a focus on enhancing creativity and practical design skills, the program prepares students for successful careers in the field.

The curriculum for the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture spans five years and 159 credit hours, emphasizing environmental knowledge, structural understanding, and creative design. Through a combination of design courses, lectures, and studio experiences, students are encouraged to explore their own ideas and collaborate with peers. The small class environment allows for personalized lessons, engaging critiques, and hands-on learning experiences.

Professional courses within the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture curriculum cover a range of topics, including landscape architecture history, graphic representation, theory, construction, and design studios. Elective courses in the College of Art & Design complement the landscape architecture curriculum, providing students with opportunities to explore other areas of interest.