Landscape Architecture, Master of (MA) at Newcastle University

Programme overview

Our accredited Landscape Architecture MA is an innovative studio-based programme for graduates looking to pursue careers in landscape architecture. Landscape Architecture is constantly evolving to respond to the climate and biodiversity emergency, to acknowledge diverse approaches to the practice of landscape, and to make it inclusive to all. Our one-year Landscape Architecture MA is a fully accredited course for graduates of Landscape Architecture and closely related disciplines.

Faculty: Faculty of Humanities and Social Sciences | Department: School of Architecture Planning and Landscape | Duration: Full time: 1 year; Part time: 2 years | Study mode: full-time, part-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Newcastle upon Tyne, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Develop your understanding of landscape architecture and its relationship to planning and architecture. Studio learning is central to the programme, framing landscape architecture as a tool for planetary health, wellbeing, and social and ecological justice. Compulsory modules include: Landscape Histories, Landscape Professional Practice, Planning and Law, Experimental Landscape Architecture II, Landscape Architecture Studio 4: Design with Plants and Ecological Greenspace Management., Experimental Landscape Architecture I, Academic Portfolio: Design Narrative and Curation, Green Infrastructure, Landscape Planning & Nature Based Solutions, Green Infrastructure, Landscape Planning and Nature Based Solutions (Project).

Career pathways

Through our international research, practice collaborations and partnerships, you'll connect with professional landscape practitioners . They will support your transition into landscape architecture jobs.

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Application information

Entry requirements

A 2:2 honours degree in Landscape Architecture (accredited by the Landscape Institute, UK), or international equivalent. Cognate Graduates (from non-LI accredited undergraduate programmes) will also be considered if able to demonstrate comparable skills and knowledge gained through previous study and/or professional experience. All applicants are required to submit a design/creative portfolio to support their application. English language: IELTS 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 5.5 in all sub-skills).

Domestic applicants: GBP 11,700 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

International applicants: GBP 27,450 a year (2027/28). Full time tuition fee per year Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: Full time: 1 year; Part time: 2 years

Apply through the official page: https://www.ncl.ac.uk/postgraduate/degrees/4177f/#how-to-apply

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