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Landscape Architecture was first given its name by the Scottish in 1828. It is derives from the age old practice of designing gardens (to compose landform with water, vegetation and structures) and implements these skills to man-made landscape. In the book, The Landscape of Man (Sir G. Jellicoe, 1975), "It is only in the present century that the collective landscape has emerged as a social necessity. We are promoting a landscape art on a scale never conceived of in history."

Landscape architects are the same as garden/landscape designers in that both share a concern for the planning and design of outdoor spaces. Like vets and doctors they have similar knowledge and similar skills; but jobs are completely different. The big difference here is that landscape architects generally work for public or corporate clients; with a vast range of project assignments from detailed design to large scale urban planning. Some of these projects may include: urban design, public parks, greenways and cycling, mineral extraction, planning for forestry and transportation, landscape planning for river reclamation and importantly, planning for new towns and green towns.

It is important to note that if you have a career and education background in garden landscape design; it would be easier for you to get into one of the top Landscape Architecture Schools. These spots are in very high demand and they look for student candidates with a keen interest in the field and a talent for landscape and urban design.