Landscape Architecture MLA
Landscape Architecture at the University of Huddersfield occupies a unique position within the School of Art, Design and Architecture. The MLA forms part of a suite of programmes in the Architecture and the Built Environment, including the RIBA validated Master of Architecture, Advanced Architectural Design MA and Advanced Project Management in Construction MSc.
The course will focus on a creative design environment through the development of speculative and imaginative landscape ideas set within an ethical framework; it will combine a commitment to the arts alongside an emphasis on cutting edge technologies
Across the programme candidates are involved in a rigorous curriculum, including advanced skills and knowledge in: design, history, theory, professional practice, technology, ecology, sustainability, horticulture, drawing, digital modelling and representation. The educational aims of the programme are:
To provide an environment of creative and imaginative landscape architecture education;
To develop skills and knowledge of landscape architecture in open parks as well as cities;
To introduce to and advance students through the technical, professional, theoretical and design aspects of landscape architecture practice;
To provide students who already have a suitable degree, a foundation of Landscape Architecture education from which they can become exceptional landscape architects;
To form part of the requirements for students to become professional and Landscape Institute Chartered Landscape Architects
Campus Information
Queensgate
The university's main campus, Queensgate, is south-east of Huddersfield town centre. Virtually all of the university's teaching takes place on the site. The campus is split in two by the Huddersfield Narrow Canal. It features a mixture of converted mill buildings, and purpose-built facilities
Intakes
- Sep
Application Processing Time in Days: 5
Minimum English Language Requirements
| English Level Description | IELTS (1.0 -9.0) | TOEFL IBT (0-120) | TOEFL CBT (0-300) | PTE (10-90) | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Expert | 9 | 120 | 297-300 | 86-90 | |
| Very Good | 8.5 | 115-119 | 280-293 | 83-86 | |
| Very Good | 8 | 110-114 | 270-280 | 79-83 | |
| Good | 7.5 | 102-109 | 253-267 | 73-79 | |
| Good | 7 | 94-101 | 240-253 | 65-73 | |
| Competent | 6.5 | 79-93 | 213-233 | 58-65 | |
| Competent | 6 | 60-78 | 170-210 | 50-58 | |
| Modest | 5.5 | 46-59 | 133-210 | 43-50 | |
| Modest | 5 | 35-45 | 107-133 | 36-43 | |
| Limited | 4 | 32-34 | 97-103 | 30-36 | |
| Extremely Limited | < 4 | < 31 | < 93 | < 30 |
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PSW Opportunity
- 2 Years PSW is applicable after completing a minimum duration of 9 months course (like- Undergraduate, Postgraduate Level)
- 3 Years PSW is applicable after completing PhD level courses.
Admission Requirement / Eligibility Criteria
Entry requirements for this course are normally:
An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject
Alternative qualifications are/or significant experience may be accepted, subject to approval
International students with qualifications in 'creative' or ‘practice' subjects should submit a portfolio of work with their application.
All suitably qualified applicants are normally interviewed or considered for admittance under alternative arrangements. Interview will be by portfolio of practice based and/or theoretical work and a statement of intent.
If your first language is not English, you will need to meet the minimum requirements of an English Language qualification. The minimum for IELTS is 6.0 overall with no element lower than 5.5, or equivalent will be considered acceptable.
- Course Type: Full Time
- Course Level: Masters/PG Degree
- Duration: 02 Year
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Total Tuition Fee:
34000 GBP
Average Cost of Living: 13632 GBP /year
Application Fee: N/A
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