<p>As usual rick has shared a lot of great information. From what my son seems to think, and granted this is a student in LA not with a job yet, is his field is much broader than regular arch and he thought that he would have more options. Based on those DI numbers, maybe not. I hope in two years he finds a job. He feels LA was a good choice for him, and really loves what he is doing, but the ultimate goal is to work in your field, so we will see.</p>
<p>As rick said it seems to be really much more environmentally based, and is very integrated with everything from forestry to hydrology to horticulture. For example, he has had part time work/shadowing with environmental engineering firms as well as seen others within the government, i.e. the Dept of Interior. You can go into golf course design or be employed by a municipality. There is coastal restoration, environmental remediation, even playground design. He loves the broad scope and was adamant about not focusing on structures. This year he has even studied about how people perceive, use and socially/psychologically/physically benefit from the spaces that are to be designed. It is all in what you like. </p>
<p>Good luck to you again in what you decide to do!</p>