MA Landscape Architecture
Course overview
The MA Landscape Architecture course is designed to take landscape architects to the next level. This prepares them to be accredited as Chartered Landscape Architects who have a strong dedication to tackling climate change and biodiversity loss. Students learn to create sustainable landscapes and communities. Through a design studio, students explore innovative ideas, conduct in-depth research, and develop creative solutions to real-world challenges.
This course combines theory and practice perfectly, allowing students to work on different projects, from big landscape plans to detailed designs. It is accredited by the Landscape Institute and is recognised globally by the International Federation of Landscape Architects.
Students who want to study this course can also choose a 20-week professional placement to gain practical experience that will build them up and prepare them for their career paths.
Entry requirements
Applicants must submit a personal statement, academic or employer reference, and optionally, a CV to build a picture of their work experience.
Grade Requirements:
- Applicants need a second-class undergraduate degree (2.2) in fields like landscape architecture, architecture, urban design or related disciplines.
- A different degree will be acceptable if the student has enough relevant work experience in the field.
English Proficiency:
- Applicants need to score 6.5 overall in IELTS (with 5.5 in each section)
- Other scores like TOEFL and PTE are also accepted.
Scholarships
Bowater Financial Assistance Award
Graduate Scholarship
20% fee discount for BCU graduates undertaking Master’s or PhD study.
Up to 20% of feesInternational Postgraduate Scholarships
BCU is offering a scholarship of £3,000 to all self-funding international postgraduate students joining BCU on a full-time postgraduate taught Master’s degree in 2026.
Up to £3,000
Career opportunities
Graduates from the MA Landscape Architecture programme often pursue careers in:
- Landscape Architect
- Urban Designer
- Environmental Consultant
- Landscape Planner
- Master Planner
- Garden Designer
Cost of study
For international students, the full-time fee is £18,600, and the 18-month option with a placement year is £20,460.
Admission
To apply for the MA Landscape Architecture programme, students should apply directly to the school's application portal. Reach out to our trained advisors for further assistance.
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