MFA Degree

School of Landscape Architecture

Master of Fine Arts (MFA) Degree in Landscape Architecture

The MFA degree provides advanced study for students pursuing a career in Landscape Architecture. Studio courses focus on the techniques necessary to develop and master technical skills. Graduate Liberal Arts courses promote the expression of ideas and effective communication utilizing visual, oral and written presentation skills. The graduate Landscape Architecture program culminates with an independent final project. Students will graduate from the program equipped with a portfolio of work and prepared for professional opportunities in the field of Landscape Architecture.

Track I is available to those who have previously obtained a professional undergraduate degree such as a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) or BArch. These individuals have the background to be successful within the intense and professionally focused 63 unit MFA Landscape Architecture program without needing additional preparation. Please see Track I degree breakdown for a sample outline of courses.

Track II is available to those who have a BA or BS degree, but have limited or no background in art and design. Courses focusing on basic drawing, drafting and computer skills as well as those in ecological principles and systems are offered in the first year to encourage success within the 87 unit MFA Landscape Architecture program. Please see Track II degree for a sample outline of courses.

The School of Landscape Architecture will be seeking application for professional accreditation from Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (LAAB). Academy of Art University and the School of Landscape Architecture are regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges (WASC).

• Graduate Program Learning Outcomes
• Graduate Liberal Arts Program Learning Outcomes

• Landscape Architecture Track I
• Landscape Architecture Track II

Track 1

Track II

MFA Landscape Architecture Degree Requirements

• Successful completion of 63 units (Track I) or 87 (Track II) units
• Successful completion of Final Thesis Project
• Minimum 2.0 cumulative GPA
• Minimum grade of C in all coursework
• Petition to Graduate

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