What is Landscape Architecture?
Landscape architecture is the study and practice of planning, design, and management of the natural and built environment. Landscape architecture is dedicated to improving and protecting the health of humans, environments, and communities. Landscape architecture encompasses art, environments, architecture, engineering, and sociology.
Designing a Better World
Landscape architecture transforms our natural and built environments.
It’s local and global. It’s art and science. It’s communication and collaboration. It’s development and sustainability. If you’re inspired by innovation and ready to make an impact, the University of Florida is where you need to be.
Find out more about our programs:
Established in 1933, the Department of Landscape Architecture at the University of Florida offers the only professionally accredited Bachelor of Landscape Architecture program in the State of Florida. It is also home to the State’s oldest graduate Landscape Architecture program, offering both an accredited Master’s degree and a Ph.D. concentration in landscape architecture. In the U.S. News & World Report rankings, the University of Florida is ranked as a Top 5 public university.
We are dedicated to inspiring students and transforming lives through the stewardship, planning, and design of our natural and built environment. Building upon the traditions of landscape architecture, we explore innovative and impactful solutions to produce a more sustainable, healthy, and just world for all.
Inspiring Gators to build a better world through design.