Landscape Architecture Minor
Landscape architecture is a highly collaborative profession. Our minor exposes you to the histories, theories, and processes by which landscapes of all kinds are shaped and modified. Completing a minor in Landscape Architecture trains you to understand how decisions by designers, planners, and land managers influence the form and function of the landscapes we experience everyday.
Minor in Landscape Architecture
To earn a minor in landscape architecture, students file a declaration form with the program director. Once admitted, students remain in contact with the director for personalized advising.
Minor candidates are given preference on course waiting lists over nondepartmental students. Students in the minor should inform instructors when asking permission to enroll. To declare the minor, complete the following:
- Obtain the Undergraduate Minor Declaration Form from the School of Architecture and Environment office, 210 Lawrence Hall. The form includes a curriculum worksheet with the requirements listed below.
- Meet with the program director to discuss when courses are offered, which topics courses or seminars will be offered to fulfill minor requirements, and to develop a curricular plan.
- Return the completed and signed form to the department office.
Minor Requirements (26 credits)
Courses used to fulfill the major requirements must be passed with a grade of Pass or C- or better.
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| LA 260 | Understanding Landscapes | 4 |
| LA 413 | Analyzing Landscape Systems | 4 |
| One subject area course in plants from list below | 4 | |
| One subject area course in history and theory from list below | 4 | |
| Elective courses | 10 | |
| Total Credits | 26 | |
Subject Areas
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| Plants | ||
| LA 326 | Plants: Fall | 4 |
| LA 327 | Plants: Winter | 4 |
| LA 328 | Spring Plants | 4 |
| LA 337 | Landscape Field Work: [Topic] (any plants topic) | 1-4 |
| LA 390 | Urban Farm | 2-4 |
| History and Theory | ||
| LA 407 | Seminar: [Topic] (Landscape Architecture Theory) | 4 |
| LA 472 | Landscape Architectural Theory: [Topic] | 4 |
| LA 474 | History of Landscape Architecture I | 4 |
| LA 475 | History of Landscape Architecture II | 4 |
| Elective Courses | ||
| Any landscape architecture (LA) courses; Urban Farm (LA 390) may be repeated if taken during different terms | ||
| Studio Options 1 | ||
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Architecture nonmajors may take Landscape Architectural Design (LA 289), which is offered every winter. Architecture and interior architecture majors may take a landscape architecture studio that is at their appropriate level of work in the major. Students should consult with their minor advisor, the landscape architecture studio instructor, and the Department of Architecture to determine which studio is appropriate before enrolling in the studio.