These areas are integrated in the study of design, a process of environmental understanding that gives order and form to environmental transformations. During the past decade, digital tools have become increasingly prevalent within the profession of landscape architecture. The Department of Landscape Architecture therefore requires that all students either purchase or have unlimited access to their own personal computer. Contact the department office for details. Tutorially oriented studio work is the integrative heart of the curriculum.
Students generally take a design studio each term.
Courses are offered through various Departments in a core and option format which encourages students to participate in the structuring of their education program. Students are encouraged to explore other areas in elective coursework throughout the University. The Department believes in the broadest possible participation by all members of this community. While there are, by necessity and choice, many decisions made by faculty, students share in the responsibility for making decisions regarding numerous factors that affect the Department. The Department has a number of important meeting times that afford opportunities for participation by students and faculty.