MA/Postgraduate Diploma in Landscape Architecture
This is a two year full time postgraduate course for graduates in other subjects who wish to qualify as professional Landscape Architects in the UK and other IFLA member countries. The course is fully accredited by the Landscape Institute.
The first year is an intensive "conversion" year. Students are introduced to landscape design approaches, theories and history, develop visual and IT skills and tackle a broad range of design projects of increasing complexity. The teaching and learning is studio based, with students working on projects in groups and individually, with a high level of support and guidance from tutors. The studio projects are supported by workshops, lectures, seminars, and site visits.
Modules studied:
First year - Introduction to Landscape Design (a series of design projects, visual and CAD projects and workshops), Landscape Histories, Theories, and Practices, Introduction to Planting Design, Ecological Design and Management, Advanced Planting Design, Introduction to Landscape Construction (including use of CAD), Advanced Construction Design, Social Aspects of Design, Integrated Design Project, Introduction to Landscape Planning, Research Methods, UK field trips and a summer European field trip.
Second year – Professional Practice, Law and Contracts; either Landscape Design and Art Practice, or Urban Landscape Planning, or Greenspace Maintenance; either Rural Landscape Planning, or Urban Design Project, or Greenspace Management; Research Report; and a self-directed Special Project which may specialise in one of landscape design, planning or management, or may take a cross-cutting approach. Candidates for the MA also write a 10,000 word Dissertation.
Entry requirements:
Good undergraduate honours degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant subject. In exceptional circumstances we will also accept candidates without a first degree who have relevant skills and education through previous employment and/or study that demonstrates their ability to complete a higher degree, subject to the written approval of the Faculty of Architecture.
In general we have an inclusive admissions policy and are interested in enthusiastic and committed applicants. If you have any concerns about your eligibility please do not hesitate to contact Kamni Gill for further advice. Alternatively, contact Helen Morris for further information.