MA Landscape Architecture at University of Sheffield

Programme overview

The MA Landscape Architecture is a two-year conversion course for graduates who want to qualify as professional landscape architects, whether or not they have a design background. It is accredited by the Landscape Institute; year one covers design, social, technical and scientific foundations and year two allows specialisation in landscape planning, design or management.

Faculty: Faculty of Social Sciences | Department: School of Architecture and Landscape | Duration: 2 years full-time | Intake: September 2027 | Location: Sheffield, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

Year one core modules include Place, Advocacy and Communication, Landscape Humanities 1 and 2, Biodiversity, Climate and Environment, and Studio Projects on landscape design, planning and urban design; year two covers Advanced Landscape Specialisms, Professional Practice of Landscape Architecture, Landscape Research as Creative Practice, Professional Skills and Technologies, and a Final Landscape Project and Dissertation.

Career pathways

Alumni work in over 70 countries in private practice, running their own companies and in public and voluntary organisations, including a former President of the Landscape Institute.

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Application information

Entry requirements

Minimum 2:1 undergraduate degree in any subject. An electronic portfolio must be submitted in addition to other application materials. No references are required. English language (international applicants): IELTS 6.5 overall with at least 6.0 in each component, or the University-accepted equivalent.

Domestic applicants: GBP 12,980 a year (2027/28). Home tuition fee as published as the annual fee; course lasts 2 years Source

International applicants: GBP 32,155 a year (2027/28). Overseas tuition fee as published as the annual fee; course lasts 2 years Source

Intake: September 2027

Duration: 2 years full-time

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