23Nov
UndergraduateUniversity Centre Reaseheath has participated in the Teaching Excellence Framework. These ratings were awarded in 2023, for four years.
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Course summary
Do you have the passion and vision to manage open spaces and green infrastructure sustainably? Do you want to pursue a career in Landscape Architecture, without the commitment of a full degree? During this one-year full-time programme, you’ll gain the insights and experience to help ensure land, property and estates are managed and cared for as an integral part of our shared, sustainable future. Study is based in our University Centre and £9 million National Centre for Horticulture, the Environment and Sustainable Technology. You will learn first-hand from a team of deeply committed experts in their fields; an inspirational and award-winning team who will help you to flourish and support you to confidently pursue your purpose in a career intimately connected to the landscape. Our curriculum is innovative and inspiring, built around the core principles of sustainability, function and conservation. Together with our emphasis on practical skills and all-round business awareness, you’ll be well-prepared for the challenges you’ll face in a career in the landscape management sector. Course Features
- Design and planning
- Environmental science
- Site visits and study tours
- Opportunities to enter national competitions
- Use of commercial production unit and design studios
- Use of hydroponic glasshouse and new vertical farming centre
- Landscape architect technician
- Progression to Diploma of Higher Education or BSc (Hons) in Landscape Architecture
Modules
Students are expected to study and complete 120 credits which comprises six mandatory modules of study:
- Plant Use and Association
- Principles of Environmental Science
- People, Place and Landscape Context
- Digital Communication Skills
- Site Assessment
Assessment method
Assessments are designed to encourage both academic skills and skills valued in the workplace. They include a combination of coursework and timed online assessments in both independent and collaborative formats. Coursework may take many forms including: essays, reports, data processing, presentations, academic posters, seminar discussions, interviews, critical reviews and portfolios of evidence. Timed assessments will vary depending upon the nature of the module but will be problem-solving tasks dealing with real-life industry issues which support the development of industry and life skills.
How to apply
29Jan
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:
- CHLA
- Institution code:
- R14
- Campus name:
- University Centre Reaseheath
- Campus code:
- -
Points of entry
The following entry points are available for this course:
- Year 1
Entry requirements
Qualification requirements
UCAS Tariff - 112 points
A level - BBC
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - DDM
Access to HE Diploma - D: 15 credits M: 30 credits
Scottish Higher - ABBB
Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016) - D*D*
International Baccalaureate Diploma Programme
T Level - M
Mature students (aged 21+) will be considered on an individual basis on their prior knowledge and experience. This may be assessed by interview, completion of coursework/essay or other methods. There may be a requirement for a formal qualification to be completed first e.g. Access to HE course.
Additional entry requirements
Other
Practical experience working with dogs is preferential
Student Outcomes
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There is no data available for this course. For further information visit the Discover Uni website.
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| EU | £13000 | Year 1 |
| England | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Northern Ireland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Scotland | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Wales | £9250 | Year 1 |
| Channel Islands | £9250 | Year 1 |
| International | £13000 | Year 1 |
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
As part of your experience on the programme, you will need to set aside a budget for:
- The cost of travel to sites and occasional day trips and off site projects (approx. £30 for train fares)
- Study tour, which will normally require around £500-£600 for travel and accommodation, in addition to daily expenses
- Printing, binding, modelmaking, drawing equipment, portfolios and associated stationery costs approximate £200-300
- Materials for the final exhibition, which may be up to £250
Provider information
University Centre Reaseheath
Reaseheath
Nantwich
CW5 6DF