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BP256 – Bachelor of Design
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Working as a Landscape Architect
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Sarah Lerm’s design for Devine Communities' Arndell estate
RMIT’s landscape architecture degree, Bachelor of Design, is a studio-based degree that offers theoretical and practical streams in landscape architecture.
RMIT’s highly specialised degree focuses on preparing you to respond to modern challenges in society through critical analysis, innovative design and clever use of space.
You will learn from staff, who are current practitioners actively engaged in the field. Unlike in many generalist degrees, all of Landscape’s teaching staff are currently working or have worked in the field of landscape architecture and will offer you invaluable and specialised knowledge and feedback.
The three year undergraduate Bachelor of Design looks at ecology and sustainability; knowledge of plant materials; and techniques of construction, landform manipulation and hydrology.
Program information
Program guide – Learn more about the program structure, fees and how to apply.
Career outcomes
The undergraduate program is a stand alone award that will provide employment options for those who seek to work in landscape design, or design more generally, in roles that do not require professional registration. Students must complete the Master of Landscape Architecture to become accredited as a Landscape Architect.
Student profiles
Kathryn English
Ricky Ray Ricardo
Firstly you must understand that this course is not about gardens! Read some of the great blogs and publications about this field to gain a better understanding of what Landscape Architecture is, then choose RMIT - it’s the best place to study it!
Last semester as a part of my studies I have worked on producing Kerb Journal, an internationally sold design publication produced by a small group of students from Landscape Architecture. The project has been an amazing experience where I’ve had the opportunity to interview inspiring practitioners and theorists from around the world, as well as learning how to manage a live project.
Next year I plan to go on an international exchange to Germany for my Masters. After having worked on Kerb Journal, I am interested in pursuing my interest in media surrounding the field of Landscape Architecture.
Stephanie Kumar
A large component of being a Landscape Architecture student is designing with the intent of being resilient, practical and conceptual, where engaging with ideas of change and responding to political, social, economical and environmental matters is a must.
Studying Landscape Architecture has developed my interest and appreciation for all forms of design. In February 2011, I was given the opportunity to take part in a multidisciplinary studio in Vietnam. The studio focused on issues surrounding climate change, science and ethics and required the students to develop forward thinking strategies to help alleviate the environmental pressures in Vietnam. Through this experience, I was able to share my insights with classmates from other disciplines, whilst myself gaining valuable skills.
Furthermore, being immersed in an entirely different culture has inspired me to pursue work overseas, where I have been fortunate enough to secure placement for an award winning firm in Shanghai for James Brearley (Principal of BAU Brearley Architects and Urbanists). These opportunities are incredibly rewarding. I have been able to establish various industry contacts, my technical skills have been given the opportunity to grow, and I have a personal sense of satisfaction knowing that I am contributing to the needs of poorer communities.
Student work
Design studio work by students:
Foundation Design Studio: City Limits
Tokyo Void
Communications 02
Environment 02
International opportunities
The landscape architecture program offers a huge range of international exchanges, study tour and internship opportunities. In 2010, students went to Tokyo, Vietnam, China and the USA.
In 2010, student work completed in design studios was exhibited at the European Biennial of Landscape Architecture held in Barcelona. This exciting international event showcased 588 projects from landscape architecture and architecture schools from around the world.
There is an annual internship offered to selected students at the Karres en Brands office in the Netherlands. Karres en Brands were the appointed landscape architects for Federation Square.
Working with industry
Industry based projects occur throughout the design studios.
In 2010, a group of students were asked to design a landscape concept for a 1000 sq m footprint for Devine Communities’ Arndell Estate in suburban Victoria. The winning design generated in the studio is now being built at the $160 million residential community.
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Sarah shapes a new community 11/10/2010 |
In 2011, Landscape Architecture first year students were asked to ‘Transform the city’ and were given a vacant block in 567 Collins St, Melbourne to turn their ideas into reality
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Landscape students transform the city 20/10/2011 |
Staff
Academic staff
Dr Charles Anderson – Program Director Master of Landscape Architecture (by Coursework), Masters Coordinator
Kate Church – Lecturer, Communications Coordinator
Craig Douglas – Senior Lecturer, Upper Pool Coordinator, OUTR Lab Chief Investigator
Jock Gilbert – Associate Lecturer, Foundation and Theoretical Frameworks Coordinator
Fiona Harrisson – Senior Lecturer
Michael Howard – Lecturer, Environments Coordinator, Selection Officer (Postgraduate, International)
Dr Marieluise Jonas – Program Director Bachelor of Design, Lower Pool Coordinator
Bridget Keane – Lecturer, Lower Pool Coordinator
Dr Rosalea Monacella – Associate Professor, Theoretical Frameworks Coordinator, OUTR Lab Chief Investigator
Judy Rogers – Program Director Bachelor of Design (Landscape Architecture)/Bachelor of Urban and Regional Planning, Studio 8 Coordinator, Selection Officer (Local Undergraduate)
Jane Shepherd – Lecturer, Environments Coordinator
Sue Anne Ware – Deputy Head of School (Research), Professor/Discipline Head (Landscape Architecture)
Julia Werner – Lecturer, Electives and Design Research Seminar Coordinator
Administrative staff
Anna Madyarova – Program Administrative Officer
Kelly Somes – Project Officer
Contact us
General enquiries
Speak to our friendly staff about programs, applications, pathways and important dates at RMIT Info Corner.
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