Program Overview

Program Overview

The Landscape Architect program at SLU aims to educate students in the field of landscape architecture, providing them with the knowledge and skills necessary to design and manage sustainable and attractive environments.

Program Description

The program focuses on the design and management of outdoor spaces, including parks, gardens, and urban areas. Students learn about the technical, ecological, and social aspects of landscape architecture, and develop their skills in areas such as plant identification, urban planning, and landscape analysis.

Career Opportunities

Graduates of the program can pursue careers as:

• Project leaders
• Urban planners
• Researchers
• Consultants
• Landscape architects

Admission Requirements

To be admitted to the program, students must meet the following requirements:

• Matematik 3b or 3c or Matematik C
• Naturkunskap 2 (can be replaced with Biologi 1, Kemi 1, and Fysik 1a or Fysik 1b1 + 1b2)
• Samhällskunskap 1b or 1a1 + 1a2
• Alternatively, students can meet the requirements with:
  • Matematik fortsättning nivĺ 1b or nivĺ 1c
  • Naturkunskap nivĺ 2 (can be replaced with Biologi nivĺ 1, Kemi nivĺ 1, and Fysik nivĺ 1a1 + 1a2 or Fysik nivĺ 1b)
  • Samhällskunskap nivĺ 1b or nivĺ 1a1 + 1a2

Program Structure

The program consists of 300 credits, divided into:

• 180 credits of compulsory courses
• 75 credits of elective courses
• 15 credits of independent work (bachelor's thesis)
• 30 credits of independent work (master's thesis)

Exam Requirements

To graduate from the program, students must complete all required courses and independent work, and meet the exam requirements.

Study Location

The program is located in Alnarp, which offers a unique combination of natural surroundings and proximity to urban areas.

Language

The program is taught in Swedish.

Duration

The program lasts for 5 years (300 credits).

Study Pace

The program is full-time.

Study Form

The program is campus-based.

Number of Places

There are 60 places available in the program.

Application Code

The application code for Swedish students is 91115.

Selection

The selection process is based on a combination of grades and entrance exams.

Degree

The program leads to a degree in Landscape Architecture.

Job Market

81% of graduates from the program find employment within one year after graduation.

Salary

The average median salary for landscape architects one year after graduation is 423,450 SEK per year.