Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours)

About the course

UNSW’s Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours) develops design and technical skills to shape outdoor environments across urban, regional and ecological contexts. You’ll learn to plan, design and communicate landscape proposals through studio-based projects, integrating sustainability, site analysis and community needs. The Honours structure builds depth for professional practice and future study in landscape architecture and the built environment. The programme combines engineering fundamentals, design projects, and industry-ready technical problem-solving skills.

Career outcome

Graduates can pursue roles designing and managing landscapes for public spaces, parks, streetscapes, campuses and residential or commercial developments. Career pathways include landscape architect, urban landscape designer, environmental or public realm consultant, and roles in planning, regeneration and open-space strategy across government, consulting and multidisciplinary design firms. This Honours bachelor degree supports professional practice in landscape architecture and the built environment.

Living Costs in Sydney**

Restaurant (Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant) A$ 17 - 22	Rent per Month (1 bedroom in City Centre) A$ 2,207 - 2,918	Rent per Month (1 bedroom Outside of Centre) A$ 1,599 - 2,115
Transportation (Daily) A$ 9 - 10	Utilities per Month (Electricity, Mobile & Internet) A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***

*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)

**Source: numbeo.com

***Source: PayScale.com (2026)