Diploma in Landscape Architecture

Course Overview

The programme provides a strong fundamental in planning, designing, managing and implementing aspects of landscape, both in the man-made and natural outdoor environment. These environments are established through the application of softscape and hardscape elements to create a quality, balanced and conducive environment for the needs of human. The programme integrates subjects that equip students the requisite practical skills, knowledge and creativity so that they are competent in developing a sustainable environment, and possibly transforming a space to a place. Aspect of social, culture, aesthetics and physical contexts are integrated in the landscpae architecture programme. As such, the programme prepares graduates to work and contribute pro-actively within a broad range of professional practice in the building construction realm.

Curriculum

Year 1

Architecture Landscape Construction I, Bahasa Kebangsaan A/B (NAtional Language A/B), Basic Landscape Design I, Basic Landscape Design II, Co-curriculum I/II, Graphic Communication, Introduction to Landscape, Landscape Construction II, Pengajian Moral (Islamic Studies / Moral Studies), Plant Material I, Technical Drawing I, Technical Drawing II, Technical English I

Year 2

CAD I, Computer Graphic, History of Landscape Architecture, Horticulture and Nursery Management, Landscape Construction III, Landscape Design I, Landscape Design II, Landscape Design III, Oral Presentation,  Pengajian Malaysia (Malaysian Studies), Plant Material II, Technical English II

Year 3

CAD II, Landscape Design VI, Topical Study

Entry Requirements

Career Prospects

• Technical Assistant in Landscape Design Consultant
• Project Site / Landscape Maintenance / Parks and Recreational Supervisor
• Plant Nursery Assistant Manager
• Theme Park / Golf Course Assistant Designer