Course summary
Build upon your existing skills within a highly professional environment, on a course recognised by the International Federation of Landscape Architects and accredited by the Landscape Institute. You’ll actively acquire the practical skills and knowledge that underpin the landscape architecture industry in the 21st century. Studying philosophical aspects of the discipline, exploring influential landscapes and working on live private and public sector briefs will increase your confidence and expertise. With a long-standing reputation and excellent links to industry and professional bodies -plus a strong emphasis on sustainability – this course provides an excellent foundation upon which to build a dynamic career. Study style Through live projects you’ll focus on master-planning, environmental assessment, public consultation and design. You’ll focus on various modules throughout tour course. Design Projects
- Based in the studio and on site, be introduced to the relationships and processes of landscape architecture projects
- Develop basic skills in the use of digital media, including AutoCAD, SketchUp Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
- Focus on movements and trends throughout the 20th century
- Find out how to apply plant, construction and ecological knowledge to landscape design projects
Entry requirements
- At least a 2.2 honours degree or equivalent in a relevant subject - Applicants will be considered on an individual basis - You may be invited to attend an interview - A portfolio of work is essential - EU and international students need IELTS 6.0 overall (no less than 5.5 in any band) or equivalent.
English language requirements
International students will need to produce evidence of an acceptable score on an approved English language test such as IELTS. We run pre-sessional English language courses to help you prepare for undergraduate or postgraduate study.
English Language requirements
http://www.glos.ac.uk/docs/download/International/english-Language-entry-requirements.pdf
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
| England | £13400 | Whole course |
| Northern Ireland | £13400 | Whole course |
| Scotland | £13400 | Whole course |
| Wales | £13400 | Whole course |
| EU | £29400 | Whole course |
| International | £29400 | Whole 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
Please note that once you complete the conversion course you will then progress onto our Masters course, resulting in combined fees of the Conversion and Masters course being payable. Fees shown above are provisional combined fees as year 2 (Masters course) fee element may be subject to inflationary uplifts. Please visit the course page at www.glos.ac.uk/Postgraduate for full fees and costs information.
Provider information
University of Gloucestershire
The Park
Cheltenham
GL50 2RH