landscape architects?

Question

is it worth going to school for 3 years to get my masters degree in landscape architecture? or does this sound like a silly degree? does anyone know anything about this?

Answer 1

Landscaping is one of the largest growing businesses . Yes, it is worth your time! You can be your own boss and work a much or as little as you want. Landscaping in my area it has gone up in the past 3 years by 35%. The job demand is growing in leaps and bounds......If you have the architecture degree it could be invaluable.
Good Luck!
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See link below
http://www.springdale.com/chamber_quotoutlookquot_an_e_newsletter/2005_chamber_outlook/outlook_august_2005_num_16/multi_craft_contractors_all_around_landscaping_rank_high_in_region

Multi-Craft Contractors, All-Around Landscaping Rank High in Region
In South Central Construction magazine's inaugural ranking of specialty contractors in the south central United States, Springdale's Multi-Craft Contractors, Inc., and All Around Landscaping, Inc., received high marks. Multi-Craft Contractors was ranked ninth in the list of top 50 specialty contractors in the region. In addition, the company was ranked sixth in the south central U.S. among electrical contractors and seventh among mechanical contractors. Multi-Craft Contractors was the top Arkansas-based company in the rankings.

All Around Landscaping was the only landscape contractor listed in the top 50, coming in at 42. Only 12 Arkansas specialty contractors were listed in the top 50 and All Around Landscaping ranked ninth among the 12 Arkansas entries.

Answer 2

its not a silly degree.you would actually acquire an AAS before you could earn your architecture degree.plant knowledge is highly useful in this world,besides just knowing where to put the plant.they provide oxygen,medicinal uses,food and additives in many of the products we use.i attend school and am receiving my AAS soon,hoping to go on to CAD design and Landscape Architecture degree.unfortunately it takes more like 4 -5 years(unless you're a super pupil)and alot of interning after that.if you have a true love for plants,and want to make the world a prettier place,yard by yard,then this is the job for you!!!!

Answer 3

certain, only a diverse form. LAs have preparation and examined licensing criteria clone of architects. There are LAs who specialise in diverse aspects. some extra hardscape, some extra plant oriented. LAs can layout city streetscape, downtown branch shops or a persons' outside pool. BTW - the known income for LAs is more advantageous than architects. -Brian

Answer 4

It is probably well worth it if you get the degree and get a lot of hands on experience in the field. A lot of people I have dealt with have the degree, but no practical experience. They sure get paid a lot more than I do, but half the time are asking me for the answers.

Answer 5

Go to Kansas State! Open up your own business. Work for the state. You will have tons of control of what you want. My father has a similar degree from KSU. He is now a Professor, County Planner and planning consultant for feedlots, wal-marts and other new business.

Answer 6

Please contact some potential employers and enquire about the difference in pay the master degree will bring (if any), also please check if master degree makes a difference in hiring the self employed candidates for the landscaping projects. If it benefits you financially and if you think you'll learn a lot--go for it; if not--don't waste your money and time. I hope i answered your question.

Answer 7

Yeah, what do you want to do afterwards? LA are sought after for engineering firms, city planning, etc. Their education is geared more towards planning, construction, etc than with plants. Yes, they get plant education but if your interests are more with plants then go for a more plant related degree.