Merging fields such as site planning, ecology, horticulture, landscape design, fine art and industrial design, landscape architecture concerns itself with the creation and long-term planning of outdoor spaces. This is true for both public urban areas as well as large commercial properties and private estates.

A master’s degree requires years of study to earn, but it may be invaluable for graduates in a competitive job market. MA degrees are offered in many different concentrations, so students can further their knowledge and experience in their chosen field.

Part-time learning allows one to obtain a degree or qualification even if one cannot attend school on a full-time basis. One can learn at one's own pace, gradually accumulating credits that count towards a final qualification.