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Landscape Architecture & Horticulture

Landscaped garden with trees and grass.
For more than 40 years, our students have helped beautify Southern California.

Whether you're looking to create a career in landscape architecture and design, or a career in horticulture, we offer a robust series of course offerings.

Get skills for professional success with two certificates: the Landscape Architecture Certificate and the Horticulture Certificate. And if you're looking for a quicker, more focused study, take a look at our three specializations: Arboriculture, Gardening, and Plants for the Landscape.

 

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Design your career at one of the country's most respected programs.

All courses are designed to accommodate the schedules of busy working professionals, with classes offered conveniently in the evenings and on weekends.

You'll learn from academics and professionals currently working in the field, in a setting that allows you to build networks with colleagues and professionals.

And best of all, your UCLA experience will pave the way for a career in the horticulture and landscape architecture industry.

 
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Landscape Architecture & Horticulture

Courses

BIOLGY X 498.10

Greener Gardens: Sustainable Garden Practice

Teaching and using gardening Practices that are sustainable, this course covers composting, irrigation, water harvesting, as well as weekend field trips to LA's sustainable gardens.
ARCH X 472.6A

History of the Designed Landscape

Covering the evolution of the designed and human-built landscape, students study how designed exterior spaces are informed by cultural ideas, landform, structures, infrastructure, and the existing natural environment.
BIOLGY X 498.2

Horticultural Pest Management

This class covers both biological and non-chemical methods of insect control, andintegrated pest managemen (IPM).
BIOLGY X 466.3

Horticultural Therapy Program Management

An introduction to program management strategies and plans that lead to the establishment of an effective and successful horticultural therapy program.