Landscape Architect (Occupation Code : 216201)
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Description
Plans and designs land areas for projects such as open space networks, parks, schools, institutions, roads, external areas for all building types, land subdivisions, and commercial, industrial and residential sites.
Tasks
Designing projects such as urban regeneration schemes, pedestrian schemes, road or retail schemes that deliver function while maintaining the character and natural beauty of sites.Liaising with clients to establish the general landscaping requirements.
Conducting preliminary assessments of the site including contours, soil, ecology and existing infrastructure to determine if the site has the potential to meet the client's specifications.
Carrying out environmental impact assessments and seeking and taking into account the views of local residents, potential users and parties with a vested interest in the project.
Preparing and presenting detailed plans and working drawings, including applications, construction details and specifications for the project using computer-aided design (CAD) packages.
Presenting proposals to clients, dealing with enquiries and negotiating any amendments to the final design.
Managing, conducting and monitoring work on-site and contacting and coordinating manufacturers and suppliers to ensure that deadlines are met.
Liaising with other professionals such as civil engineers, hydrologists and architects on projects.
Alternate Occupation Names
Garden Designer
Landscape Designer
Landscape Planner
Learning Pathways
Diploma 1
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- NCS Bachelor pass with Maths and Science
To enter this learning pathway you will need a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or a National Certificate (Vocational) NC(V) with Mathematics and Physical Science as subjects. In addition, each education institution has its own unique entry requirements for each of its programmes. It is important to check the entry requirements with the institution of your choice before you apply.
Step 2 : General Qualification
Step 3 : Internship
- Internship (Candidate Landscape Architectural Assistant)
To attain registration with the South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP) as a Landscape Architectural Assistant, you need to register as a Candidate Landscape Architectural Assistant with SACLAP. The minimum period of the candidacy is two years, during which time you will be required to work under the structured practical supervision and mentorship of a SACLAP registered Landscape Architectural Assistant.
Step 4 : Final assessment
- SACLAP Examination for Professional Landscape Architectural Assistant
The South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP) will assess and approve the Candidate’s log books, portfolio and detailed CV, before the Candidate may write the professional registration examination. Professional registration takes place on successful completion of the examination.
Step 5 : Designation
- Designation: Professional Landscape Architectural Assistant
This designation is awarded by the South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP). Only persons who are registered with SACLAP may practice or render services to the public in the field of landscape architecture. A designation is a title that professional persons may use (write behind their name) to indicate that they are fully qualified in a certain professional field and are registered with a professional body to practice in that field. It also indicates that the person subscribes to the code of conduct of that professional body.
Bachelor of Technology. 2
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- NCS Bachelor pass with Maths and Science
To enter this learning pathway you will need a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or a National Certificate (Vocational) NC(V) with Mathematics and Physical Science as subjects. In addition, each education institution has its own unique entry requirements for each of its programmes. It is important to check the entry requirements with the institution of your choice before you apply.
Step 2 : General Qualification
Step 3 : General Qualification
Step 4 : Internship
- Internship (Candidate Landscape Architectural Technician)
To attain registration with the South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP) as a Landscape Architectural Technician, you need to register as a Candidate Landscape Architectural Technician with SACLAP. The minimum period of the candidacy is two years, during which time you will be required to work under the structured practical supervision and mentorship of a SACLAP registered Landscape Architectural Technician.
Step 5 : Final assessment
- SACLAP Examination for Professional Landscape Architectural Technician
The South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP) will assess and approve the Candidate’s log books, portfolio and detailed CV, before the Candidate may write the professional registration examination. Professional registration takes place on successful completion of the examination.
Step 6 : Designation
- Designation: Professional Landscape Architectural Technician
This designation is awarded by the South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP). Only persons who are registered with SACLAP may practice or render services to the public in the field of landscape architecture. A designation is a title that professional persons may use (write behind their name) to indicate that they are fully qualified in a certain professional field and are registered with a professional body to practice in that field. It also indicates that the person subscribes to the code of conduct of that professional body.
Degree 3
Step 1 : Admission requirements
- NCS Bachelor pass with Maths and Science
To enter this learning pathway you will need a National Senior Certificate (NSC) or a National Certificate (Vocational) NC(V) with Mathematics and Physical Science as subjects. In addition, each education institution has its own unique entry requirements for each of its programmes. It is important to check the entry requirements with the institution of your choice before you apply.
Step 2 : General Qualification
Step 3 : Internship
- Internship (Candidate Landscape Architectural Technician)
To attain registration with the South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP) as a Landscape Architectural Technician, you need to register as a Candidate Landscape Architectural Technician with SACLAP. The minimum period of the candidacy is two years, during which time you will be required to work under the structured practical supervision and mentorship of a SACLAP registered Landscape Architectural Technician.
Step 4 : Final assessment
- SACLAP Examination for Professional Landscape Architectural Technician
The South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP) will assess and approve the Candidate’s log books, portfolio and detailed CV, before the Candidate may write the professional registration examination. Professional registration takes place on successful completion of the examination.
Step 5 : Designation
- Designation: Professional Landscape Architectural Technician
This designation is awarded by the South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP). Only persons who are registered with SACLAP may practice or render services to the public in the field of landscape architecture. A designation is a title that professional persons may use (write behind their name) to indicate that they are fully qualified in a certain professional field and are registered with a professional body to practice in that field. It also indicates that the person subscribes to the code of conduct of that professional body.
Honours 4
Step 1 : Admission Requirements 2
- Relevant Qualification at NQF Level 7
To enter this learning pathway you need a qualification on at least NQF Level 7 that is relevant to your field of specialisation.
Step 2 : General Qualification
Step 3 : Internship
- Internship (Candidate Landscape Architectural Technologist)
To attain registration with the South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP) as a Landscape Architectural Technologist, you need to register as a Candidate Landscape Architectural Technologist with SACLAP. The minimum period of the candidacy is two years, during which time you will be required to work under the structured practical supervision and mentorship of a SACLAP registered Landscape Architectural Technologist.
Step 4 : Final assessment
- SACLAP Examination for Professional Landscape Architectural Technologist
The South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP) will assess and approve the Candidate’s log books, portfolio and detailed CV, before the Candidate may write the professional registration examination. Professional registration takes place on successful completion of the examination.
Step 5 : Designation
- Designation: Professional Landscape Architectural Technologist
This designation is awarded by the South African Council for the Landscape Architectural Profession (SACLAP). Only persons who are registered with SACLAP may practice or render services to the public in the field of landscape architecture. A designation is a title that professional persons may use (write behind their name) to indicate that they are fully qualified in a certain professional field and are registered with a professional body to practice in that field. It also indicates that the person subscribes to the code of conduct of that professional body.