University of Gloucestershire

BA Landscape Architecture

University of Gloucestershire

Course overview

This three-year undergraduate course allows students to work on real-life projects and workshops to develop practical skills in professional landscape studios. The course has received accolades recently, being rated 4th in the UK for student satisfaction and 5th for finding a job after graduation. Students gain practical experience from study trips to see classic and modern landscapes in places like Copenhagen and New York.

Teaching is conducted in a studio that blends lectures, tutorials, and personal study, combining theory with design practice. Students’ performance is assessed through portfolios, written work, and a large final-year project. This project is displayed at a degree show, where industry geniuses view the students' professional work.

Entry requirements

Candidates must submit a personal statement in which they clearly outline their reasons for wanting to study the course and other information in relation to their studies. A relevant academic reference is also needed. Students have the choice to upload their CVs together with their applications to showcase their work experience.

Grade Requirements:

  • Applicants need between 96 and 120 UCAS tariff points, which can be achieved with an A-level grade of CCC to BBB or a Merit/Distinction profile in a BTEC Extended Diploma.
  • Entry to the BA Landscape Architecture course at the University of Gloucestershire is normally by interview, and applicants must have a minimum of Grade 4/C in GCSE English Language or Literature and GCSE Mathematics (or equivalent qualifications).

English Language Requirements:

  • Applicants from non-English-speaking countries must score 6.0 overall in the IELTS Academic test (with no less than 5.5 in any individual component).
  • Applicants can submit equivalent test scores from an approved Secure English Language Test (SELT).

Scholarships

  • Global Scholarships

    £1,500 tuition fee waiver deducted from first years tuition fee at the point of offer.

    Up to £1,500

  • Progression Partner Scholarship

    £5,000 tuition fee waiver deducted from first years tuition fee at the point of offer.

    Up to £5,000

  • Sports Global Excellence Scholarship

    The value of the scholarship will be £7,500 (spread over the 3 years) for Undergraduate students and £5,000 for Postgraduate students.

  • Sports Scholarships

    Please contact the provider.

  • Undergraduate Merit Scholarship

    £7,500 tuition fee waiver split over the three years of tuition fee.

    Up to £7,500

Career opportunities

Graduates of the BA Landscape Architecture from the University of Gloucestershire can pursue professional positions in both the public and private sectors. Six potential career paths include:

  • Landscape Architect
  • Project Manager
  • Environmental Planner
  • Urban Designer
  • Garden Designer

Cost of study

For international students, the cost of full-time study of BA Landscape Architecture at the University of Gloucestershire is £18,200. Please note that the tuition fee is subject to an annual increase.

Admission

To apply for this course, you’ll need to go through UCAS. You can speak to one of our trained counsellors to find out more about this process.

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