Course Overview

The Landscape Architecture program at Columbia University is designed to equip students with the skills to address complex environmental and social challenges through innovative design. Offered through the Graduate School of Architecture, Planning and Preservation, the program emphasizes sustainable urban and rural landscape solutions, integrating ecological principles with aesthetic and functional design. Unique features include a focus on climate resilience, urban ecology, and interdisciplinary collaboration with architecture and urban planning students.

Career Prospects

Graduates of this program are prepared for diverse roles in landscape architecture, urban design, and environmental planning. They often work on projects ranging from public parks and green infrastructure to private estates and urban redevelopment, with opportunities in both public and private sectors globally.

Key Faculty and Staff

While specific faculty names are subject to change, the program is led by renowned experts in landscape architecture and environmental design, many of whom are practicing professionals contributing to cutting-edge projects worldwide.

Unique Facilities and Partnerships

Students benefit from access to state-of-the-art design studios, digital fabrication labs, and research centers focused on sustainability and urban resilience. The university's location in New York City provides unparalleled opportunities for real-world project engagement and partnerships with leading design firms, government agencies, and non-profit organizations.