University of New South Wales
Master of Landscape Architecture
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationThe Master of Landscape Architecture at UNSW is a postgraduate degree that allows you to bring previous experience to launch a career shaping open spaces that benefit people and the planet.
As a Registered Landscape Architect, your professional practice will combine art and science to plan, design and manage landscapes that conserve and celebrate ecology and cultural values. You’ll be equipped to work with cities and communities around the world, designing open spaces in response to issues such as urbanisation, migration, sustainability and climate change.
UNSW’s is the longest established, accredited Landscape Architecture program in Australia. Through this studio-based degree, you’ll explore design principles, graphic techniques, ecological processes and human modification of the environment.
Delivery mode
University of New South Wales offers this course through the following delivery modes:
On campus
Work with instructors and classmates in a supportive and collaborative environment.
Locations
- UNSW Sydney, High St, Kensington
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- There are no mandated entry requirements.
For all three streams, you will need to meet the following admission requirements to be considered for entry into the program:
- Have achieved a credit average (Weighted Average Mark 65+) in your bachelor’s degree
- Submit a portfolio
- Provide a personal statement
Entry Stream A - for students who come from a non-design background
You’ll apply for this stream if you studied an undergraduate degree in a discipline that isn’t related to landscape architecture. You won’t be able to apply for RPL.
Entry Stream B - for students who have studied a closely related discipline
You apply for this stream if you studied an undergraduate degree in a discipline closely related to landscape architecture**. You can apply to have your study recognised via RPL. If your prior study is recognised, up to 48 units of credit (UOC) can be counted towards the Master of Landscape Architecture. You would then be able to complete the degree in two years, undertaking fewer subjects.
Entry Stream C - for students who have completed a Bachelor of Landscape Architecture
You apply for this stream if you studied a four-year, accredited Bachelor of Landscape Architecture. You can apply to have your study recognised via RPL. If your prior study is recognised, up to 96 units of credit (UOC) can be counted towards the Master of Landscape Architecture. You would then be able to complete the degree in one year.
Additional requirements may apply.Course fees
$96,300
$121,475
$96,300
$121,475
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...
Land Management Officer
A Land Management Officer is responsible for sustainable management and conservation of land resources, developing strategies for land use, ensurin...
Landscape Architect
A Landscape Architect designs outdoor spaces such as community parks, large residential gardens and commercial garden areas. You’ll liaise with cli...
About University of New South Wales
Since our foundation in 1949, UNSW Sydney has made an ongoing commitment to improve and transform lives in Australia and globally.
The essence of UNSW Sydney is not found in our impressive facilities or beautiful grounds. It is found in our students, our staff, our alumni and our generous donors. Our collective difference reflects the unique perspectives of our people, place and purpose as we play our part in the creation of a just society.
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