The University of Adelaide

Master of Landscape Architecture

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

Experiment beyond boundaries

Landscape architecture is about working with open spaces and built environments engaging with natural systems and human cultures. As a creative and contemporary practice, it is always growing and evolving.

Our Master of Landscape Architecture teaches you to use design to expand possibilities, not memorise fixed definitions.

Our Master of Landscape Architecture teaches you to use design to expand possibilities, not memorise fixed definitions.

Delivery mode

The University of Adelaide offers this course through the following delivery modes:

On campus

Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.


Locations
  • The University of Adelaide, Adelaide

Entry requirements

Domestic Students

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.
  • A Curriculum Vitae, academic transcript and submission of a portfolio will be required for applicants who are not graduates of the Bachelor of Architectural Design Studies program of the University of Adelaide.
  • The portfolio shall be printed on A3 in hardcopy and submitted in electronic form. All CAD drawing files are to be supplied as PDF's in a single document not exceeding 100MB. Consider the legibility and the hierarchy of your images and text. The portfolio is used to assess design skills and knowledge and should demonstrate familiarity with a range of design processes and media.
  • Representation media should ideally include, but are not limited to: Adobe Photoshop, In-Design, Illustrator, AutoCAD, Revit and other 3D packages, as well as hand drawing, sketching, painting, collage, model-making and photography of models. In addition to final rendered images, include information on the process of design and development and construction documentation if any. The folio may include material developed with others in an office/practice situation where this is clearly referenced and the applicant's contribution explained.
  • A Curriculum Vitae, academic transcript and submission of a portfolio will be required for applicants who are not graduates of the Bachelor of Architectural Design Studies program of the University of Adelaide.
  • The portfolio shall be printed on A3 in hardcopy and submitted in electronic form. All CAD drawing files are to be supplied as PDF's in a single document not exceeding 100MB. Consider the legibility and the hierarchy of your images and text. The portfolio is used to assess design skills and knowledge and should demonstrate familiarity with a range of design processes and media.
  • Representation media should ideally include, but are not limited to: Adobe Photoshop, In-Design, Illustrator, AutoCAD, Revit and other 3D packages, as well as hand drawing, sketching, painting, collage, model-making and photography of models. In addition to final rendered images, include information on the process of design and development and construction documentation if any. The folio may include material developed with others in an office/practice situation where this is clearly referenced and the applicant's contribution explained.

English Language Requirements

Australian Year 12

Successful completion of an Australian Year 12 qualification with a minimum pass in an accepted English subject.

English Tests accepted by the University of Adelaide

  • IELTS - Overall 6.5
  • TOEFL - Overall 79
  • Pearson - Overall 58
  • C1 Advanced - Overall 176
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* $16,600 - $86,000 Fees are based on full-time study.
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Standard Tuition:
$16,600
Full Fee Tuition:
$86,000
Enquire with The University of Adelaide to find out more.
Study mode On Campus
Duration 24 Months
Estimated fee* $16,600 - $86,000 Support may be available

Career opportunities

The Master of Landscape Architecture will prepare you for the following roles.

Architect

Architects design the buildings and structures that we use in our everyday lives including houses, apartments and condominiums, hotels, high-rise o...

Avg yearly income $141,180
Entry barriers Low

Land Management Officer

A Land Management Officer is responsible for sustainable management and conservation of land resources, developing strategies for land use, ensurin...

Avg yearly income $78,000
Entry barriers Low

Landscape Architect

A Landscape Architect designs outdoor spaces such as community parks, large residential gardens and commercial garden areas. You’ll liaise with cli...

Avg yearly income $91,520
Entry barriers Low

About The University of Adelaide

The University of Adelaide is ranked in the world's top 100 universities. We are recognised globally as a leading research university.

At the University of Adelaide, we embrace our role and purpose as a future-maker—for our state, our nation and our world.

We pursue meaningful change as we celebrate our proud history: applying proven values in the pursuit of contemporary educational and research excellence; meeting our local and global community’s evolving needs and challenges; and striving to prepare our graduates for their aspirations and the needs of the future workforce.

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