Landscape Architect
25AI USED FOR25%moving to67%
THE DOOR, NOWB
THE DOOR, 20 YRSD
STARTING PAY£25,000 - £35,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.
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CAREERMASH (EN)FROM ARCHITECTURE AND PLANNING →
Landscape Architect
As a Landscape Architect, you have the power to transform outdoor spaces, enhancing both their aesthetic appeal and ecological value. Your designs contribute to sustainable urban development, making a significant impact on communities and the environment across the UK and beyond.
THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years
This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for a modest share of what this job actually involves today, and the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.
Career progression path
Is this the only route?
This is the standard academic trajectory, but modern careers are highly flexible. You can often skip stagesby entering the industry with an advanced qualification (like a Master's or PhD), or pivot sideways from a related discipline.
0ACADEMIC FOUNDATIONUniversity DegreeUsually 3 to 4 years of full-time academic study, explicitly preparing you for the theoretical realities of the industry. Requires A-Levels, BTECs, or equivalent Level 3.-£67,350Avg. UK tuition & living
1FIRST STEPJunior Landscape ArchitectIn this entry-level role, you will assist senior landscape architects in the design and planning of projects, gaining hands-on experience in site assessments and design software.£25,000 - £35,000
2GAINING EXPERIENCEMid-level Landscape ArchitectAt this stage, you will take on more responsibility, leading projects and liaising directly with clients while mentoring junior staff.£40,000 - £50,000
3PEAK CAREERSenior Landscape Architect / Head of Landscape DesignIn a senior role, you will oversee large-scale projects, manage teams, and contribute to strategic planning and business development within your organisation.£55,000+
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The degree route
Real courses in this career's subject, from the live library of 35,000; every one is AI impact assessed through its actual graduate destinations.
🎓Construction ManagementUniversity College of Estate Management · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£52,000 median
🎓Architectural TechnologyBirmingham City University · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£51,000 median
🎓Construction ManagementSchool of Coding Limited · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£40,000 median
🎓Construction ManagementUniversity of Portsmouth · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£36,500 median
🎓Construction Management and Surveying with International Foundation YearThe University of Reading · the card page · will AI take its jobs?£36,500 median
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There is more than one way in
You do not have to go the university route to get here. There is an apprenticeship route into this career. There is also a vocational route that skips a degree entirely.
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Construction ManagementUniversity College of Estate Management · DegreeArchitectural TechnologyBirmingham City University · DegreeConstruction ManagementSchool of Coding Limited · DegreeQuantity SurveyingSchool of Coding Limited · DegreeConstruction ManagementUniversity of Portsmouth · DegreeConstruction Management and Surveying with International Foundation YearThe University of Reading · Degree