School of Applied Sciences and Technology

Landscape Architectural Technology

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Are you interested in outdoor spaces? Do you have an eye for detail, a flair for design or an interest in emerging technologies? If so, we have a program for you!

In this program, you will explore the practice of landscape architecture and technologies used to produce designs and construction drawings for a variety of outdoor environments including:

  • Streetscapes
  • Plazas
  • Parks, and recreation areas
  • Trails
  • Entry features
  • Wayfinding signage

You will have the opportunity to visit many of the places we design, and to also participate in a construction experience, an industry work week placement, and many other program field trips.

Technology

Please review the following pdf for the computer specifications needed for the first day of school.

Sep 01, 2023

Quick Facts

Credential: Diploma

Diplomas are credit programs that take 2 to 3 years and lead to government approved and industry-recognized credentials.

Campus: Main

Any in-person components of your courses will be delivered at NAIT's Main Campus in Edmonton. View map

Delivery Options:

  • Both On-Campus and Virtual - Some of your coursework will be in-person, on campus and some will be done online.

Length: 2 Years

With a typical full-time course load, this program will take 2 Years to complete.

Open Studies: Available

This program has courses that are available for Open Studies. Open Studies allows you to explore credit courses without applying to a program. It is an opportunity to get a feel for school and what program you want to be in. View courses

International Students: Accepted

This program accepts international students, however, program availability may be limited. Check program availability for this term. This program also meets the eligibility for the Post-Graduation Work Permit program. Each student is responsible for maintaining their eligibility throughout their studies.

Grad Employment Rate

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Median Starting Salary: $52,500

Salaries are reported by NAIT alumni, are for information purposes, and are not a guarantee of future income.

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The latest tools and resources

In the program, you will combine an understanding of technology with natural process to create plans for outdoor built environments. Softwares covered are AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, ArcGIS and other computer rendering applications.

We also familiarize students with the physical aspects of landscaping through the use of advanced technology like the NAIT-built hydrological modelling sandbox (pictured to the left).

Technology

Please review the following pdf for the computer specifications needed for the first day of school.

Sandbox

The latest tools and resources

In the program, you will combine an understanding of technology with natural process to create plans for outdoor built environments. Softwares covered are AutoCAD, Adobe Creative Suite, Sketchup, ArcGIS and other computer rendering applications.

We also familiarize students with the physical aspects of landscaping through the use of advanced technology like the NAIT-built hydrological modelling sandbox (pictured to the left).

Technology

Please review the following pdf for the computer specifications needed for the first day of school.

sandbox

Career Outcomes

Courses and Advanced Credit

Current and recently admitted students can find information and updates about their program on their My Program page in the MyNAIT Portal. To monitor your course progress and the courses still needed to graduate, visit your Academic Progress Report.

Advanced Credit

You may apply for advanced credit once you have been accepted into the program. Advanced credit can be Transfer Credit (for completed post-secondary courses) or PLAR (Prior Learning Assessment and Recognition).

Transfer Credit

In addition to the common guidelines outlined on the Transfer and Credit Options section, your program has other advanced credit requirements that are applied to each request including:

  • You must have completed the course or program no more than 7 year(s) ago unless a formalized articulation agreement is in place
  • You must have a minimum mark of C in the course(s) or program

Prior Learning and Assessment Recognition (PLAR)

The following courses are available for PLAR credits in this program. Please select the specific course for more information on the required evidence.

Please refer to the Credit for Work and Life Experience page for more information on how to apply for PLAR credits.

Read more about advanced credit or contact us about applying for credit for this program.

Courses

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Tuition & Fees

Scholarships & Awards

The following scholarships and/or bursaries are available to you as a student in this program. To access your opportunities, visit the Student Portal.

Admission Requirements

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