Master in Environmental Horticulture

Environmental Horticulture is the study of plant cultivation and landscape management with an emphasis on environmental sustainability, covering topics such as plant science, landscape design, urban greening, and ecological restoration. Graduate coursework in this field typically includes plant physiology, soil science, landscape planning, and the study of how green spaces contribute to environmental quality in urban and rural settings. Students often work on projects related to garden and landscape design, plant selection for specific environments, and the ecological benefits of vegetation in developed areas. This master's program in Environmental Horticulture is offered at Sahmyook University in Nowon-gu, South Korea, taught in English, with intakes in March and September. Graduates of environmental horticulture programs pursue careers in landscape design and management, urban planning agencies, botanical gardens, and environmental consulting firms. Others move into roles in park and greenspace management, nursery and plant production, or research on sustainable landscaping practices. The discipline combines plant science with design and environmental planning, preparing graduates for both hands-on horticultural work and broader environmental management roles. As cities increasingly invest in green infrastructure and urban greening initiatives, training in environmental horticulture positions graduates for growing demand in landscape and environmental planning fields. Studying this program in South Korea offers exposure to horticultural practices and urban greening initiatives within a densely populated East Asian context. Graduates leave the program with technical plant science knowledge and design skills applicable to careers spanning horticulture, landscape architecture, and environmental management.