Introduction to the Department
The Department of Landscape Architecture focuses on teaching and research in the field of landscape architecture and urban and garden design. The department’s main emphasis lies in direct studio-based teaching with an individual approach to both students and projects, as well as the integration of interdisciplinary workshops into the study programs. Teaching at the Department of Landscape Architecture is holistic. A key part of the required graduate profile is detailed knowledge of plant material and its applications, along with precise expertise in the management and design of private gardens, public spaces, and landscapes at various stages of project documentation.
Research Activities
The department has been involved in the university’s research initiative titled Sustainable Agriculture, Quality of Agricultural Production, Landscape and Natural Resources. Long-term grant projects include the digitization of woody plants within the Czech University of Life Sciences campus and the gardens of Prague Castle, as well as the use of sewage sludge and demolition rubble for the production of grassing tiles for dry and sloping sites. A significant portion of the department’s work is project-based, focusing on the design and development of public spaces, landscape design, landscape development and landscape modifications.
Teaching Acivities
The department oversees the teaching of bachelor’s program (Landscape Architecture – ARCHIB) as well as the corresponding master’s program (Landscape Architecture – ARCHIM). Teaching provided by the department aims at comprehensive education of graduates in the design and management of landscapes, public spaces, parks and gardens, with a thorough knowledge of plant material. The core of the curriculum includes collaboration with external professionals from practice, space for interdisciplinary cooperation, and incorporation of expert field trips to ensure a broad professional orientation for graduates.
Consulting and Collaboration with Practice
The department cooperates with:
- Silva Taroucy Research Institute for Landscape and Ornamental Gardening, v.v.i., in Průhonice
- National Heritage Institute in Prague
- Czech Chamber of Architects
- Society for Garden and Landscape Creation and its IFLA (International Federation of Landscape Architects) section
The department is also a member of the Central European Exchange Program for University Studies (CEEPUS), which enables student mobility through workshops and other events.
