Bachelor of Landscape Architecture | University of Minnesota-Twin Cities

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

SpeakingReading ComprehensionActive ListeningCritical ThinkingComplex Problem SolvingCoordinationOperations AnalysisJudgment and Decision Making

Knowledge

DesignBuilding and ConstructionGeographyEngineering and TechnologyEnglish Language

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionOral ExpressionWritten ComprehensionOriginalityVisualizationWritten ExpressionFluency of IdeasDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningProblem Sensitivity

Tasks

Confer with clients, engineering personnel, or architects on landscape projects.
Analyze data on conditions such as site location, drainage, or structure location for environmental
Inspect landscape work to ensure compliance with specifications, evaluate quality of materials or wo
Develop and facilitate community engagement campaigns and workshops to better understand the community's needs.
Prepare ecological restoration or mitigation design plans to enhance or restore habitats.
Use drone technology to survey large areas and gather accurate topographical data.

Technology

Document management softwareGraphics or photo imaging softwareDesktop publishing softwareVideo creation and editing softwareComputer aided design CAD software

Tools

Computer scannersDesktop computersDigital camcordersDigital camerasGlobal positioning system GPS receiversLaptop computersPersonal computers

Work Values

IndependenceWorking ConditionsAchievementRecognitionRelationshipsSupport

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium17-1012.00	Landscape Architects	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

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What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: proficient (Level 3)(based on Bachelor's Degree)

Multi-stakeholder project conferences — lead consultations with clients, engineers, and architects to establish design direction and resolve competing requirements on complex land development projects.
Comprehensive site analysis reports — independently synthesize environmental, geotechnical, and regulatory data to produce actionable findings that drive landscape design decisions.
Full construction administration — manage landscape inspections, contractor communications, and punch-list resolution across large-scale or phased construction projects without supervisory review.
Complete site plans and specifications — author detailed construction documents including grading, drainage, planting, and hardscape plans for complex institutional or public-sector projects.
Integrated sustainable design — incorporate existing landforms, ecological corridors, and stormwater management systems into high-performance landscape solutions that meet LEED or equivalent standards.
Whole-building design collaboration — partner with architects and MEP engineers to optimize building envelope orientation, green roofs, and exterior spaces for energy efficiency and user experience.
Advanced visualization and rendering — direct the production of compelling graphic representations including 3D models and fly-through animations to communicate design intent to diverse audiences.
Regulatory and public safety compliance — navigate zoning codes, ADA requirements, and environmental permitting processes autonomously for projects across multiple jurisdictions.
Project financial management — develop, monitor, and reconcile detailed cost estimates and fee proposals throughout the full project lifecycle on engagements exceeding $1M in construction value.
Judgment and decision making under uncertainty — resolve non-routine site conditions, unforeseen subsurface conflicts, or regulatory changes with well-reasoned design responses during construction.

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