Thematic Design Certificate

Landscape Architecture & Environmental Planning

About This Certificate

Storytelling, spatial experience, and environmental design converge to create immersive environments. Focus on the design of theme parks, zoos, botanical gardens, and other interpretive venues to explore how narrative, form, and materiality shape user experience.

Apply principles of spatial and experiential design to create cohesive, story-driven environments. Demonstrate creative problem-solving and collaboration across disciplines involved in thematic design projects. Develop skills in conceptual thinking, spatial composition, and visual communication.

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Required Courses

Total of 9 credits:

  • LAEP 2400 - 3D Representation (3)
  • LAEP 2900 - VR Design and Thematics Studio (3)
  • LAEP 5070 - Zoo Design (3)

Why This Certificate?

Perfect for students looking to specialize their design career in immersive, story-driven environments.

  • Build cross-disciplinary creative skills
  • Prepare for specialized design career
  • Build competitive portfolio

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Deandra Harps

Careers Coordinator & Undergraduate Academic Advisor

Office Location: FAV 254
Phone: 435-797-9245
Email: deandra.harps@usu.edu

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