Course summary
Landscape Architecture is the planning, design and management of spaces for nature and people. This course aims to educate landscape architects who have a more in-depth understanding of ecology and habitat creation. If you enjoy subjects related to biology or environmental sciences, or have a keen interest in the natural world, this course will equip you to combine a more detailed appreciation of ecological processes and how they work within the designed landscape. A blend of art and science, this three-year undergraduate degree gives you a broad training in landscape architecture - the planning, design and management of urban and rural landscapes - with a specialism in ecology. You’ll combine learning about habitats, wildlife and ecosystems with design training in landscape architecture, giving you the knowledge and skills to create places in which people and nature thrive. Working at scales covering the smallest garden, to large-scale urban development and rewilded country estates, you’ll learn how to protect and restore existing habitats and meet the challenges of global environmental change. You will be supported by our world-renowned researchers and teachers - in the UK’s largest Department of Landscape Architecture - as you develop to become a skilled designer, with an in-depth understanding of ecology, habitat creation and the impact of your designs. If you have an artistic flair and love learning about the natural world, this course enables you to pursue both passions. At the end of your third year, you can choose whether to continue to train as a professional landscape architect, or whether to apply your new skills in other fields of employment. Why study this course?
- Tailored interests - with more landscape academics than any other UK department, whether your interests lie in naturalistic planting design or green pollution barriers, we have experts who can support your professional ambitions.
- Global community - on graduation you’ll join our global community of alumni who, at last count, are practising in over 70 countries worldwide. Access to this network gives you an immediate connection to established professionals in a wide range of practices.
- Fully accredited by the Landscape Institute - you’ll be eligible to start your year in practice, before returning for a one-year MLA and continuing on your professional journey.
How to apply
This is the deadline for applications to be completed and sent for this course. If the university or college still has places available you can apply after this date, but your application is not guaranteed to be considered.
Application codes
- Course code:
- KC39
- Institution code:
- S18
- Campus name:
- Main Site
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - Not accepted
A level - ABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDD
Access to HE Diploma - D: 30 credits M: 15 credits P: 0 credits
Scottish Higher - AAABB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DD
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme - 33 points
Welsh Baccalaureate - Advanced Skills Challenge Certificate (first teaching September 2015) - B
Leaving Certificate - Higher Level (Ireland) (first awarded in 2017) - H2, H2, H2, H2, H3, H3
To find out if you're eligible for additional consideration or an alternative offer, visit: ww.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/access-sheffield
Please click the following link to find out more about qualification requirements for this course
Additional entry requirements
Portfolio
Evidence of artistic ability in the form of a portfolio is also required. Further details will be provided at application stage.
English language requirements
You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification
English language requirements for undergraduates
https://www.sheffield.ac.uk/undergraduate/apply/english-language
Student Outcomes
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Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Sheffield
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TN