This option is open only to students who hold a degree in landscape architecture from a program accredited by the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Board (LAAB). This program meets accrediting standards for the second professional degree in landscape architecture.

A thesis or creative project in one of the areas of concentration is required. Computer competency in MicroStation is the responsibility of the student.

The following schedule outlines the typical course of study for this program:

First Year

Fall Semester

Landscape Architecture Methods (LA 635)	3
Readings in Landscape Architecture (LA 653)	3
Landscape Architecture Elective*	3
Elective*	3
Total Credits	12

Spring Semester

Research Methods in Landscape Architecture (LA 651)	3
Landscape Architecture Elective*	3
Landscape Architecture Elective*	3
Elective*	3
Total Credits	12

Second Year

Fall Semester

Landscape Architecture Elective*	3
Elective*	3
Elective*	3
Total Credits	3

Spring Semester

Thesis/Creative Project (THES 698)	6
Total Credits	6

* At least one elective must be a studio course.

For More Information
Les Smith, Graduate Program Coordinator
Department of Landscape Architecture
(765) 285-1978
lsmith2@bsu.edu

For course descriptions and complete information on program requirements, please consult the Ball State University Graduate Catalog.