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MA Landscape Architecture
Canterbury
INTAKE: Jan, May & Sept
Program Overview
The MA Landscape Architecture program at UCA is a distinguished course designed to provide students with a comprehensive understanding of the art and science of landscape architecture. This program is characterized by its fusion of creative landscape design, sustainable practices, and technical proficiency, ensuring that graduates are well-prepared to thrive in the dynamic and ever-evolving world of landscape architecture.
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Creative Landscape Design: The curriculum emphasizes creative landscape design principles, including site analysis, conceptual design, planting schemes, and landscape planning, enabling students to shape outdoor environments that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
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Sustainable Practices: Students are encouraged to explore sustainable landscape design practices, integrating ecological principles, green infrastructure, and conservation strategies into their projects to promote environmental stewardship.
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Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Collaboration is fostered among students with diverse backgrounds, including landscape architects, urban planners, and ecologists, providing opportunities to work on innovative, cross-disciplinary projects.
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Technical Proficiency: The program equips students with technical skills in landscape design software, site analysis, digital modeling, and construction documentation, allowing them to transform design concepts into reality.
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Cultural and Historical Context: Students gain insights into the cultural and historical contexts of landscape architecture, studying landscape design movements, styles, and the impact of designed outdoor spaces on communities.
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Site Analysis and Planning: UCA emphasizes the importance of site analysis and planning, preparing graduates to assess site conditions and develop design strategies that respond to the unique characteristics of each landscape.
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Industry Connections: UCA maintains strong connections with landscape architecture firms, environmental organizations, and planning agencies, offering students opportunities for internships, live projects, and exposure to real-world landscape architecture challenges.
Location
Canterbury
Score
IELTS 6.5
Tuition Fee
£ 18000
Postgraduate Entry Requirements:
Academic Qualifications:Minimum average percentage of 60% in undergraduate studies is often considered, some courses may have higher minimum percentage requirements.
English Language Proficiency :
- IELTS: The minimum required overall score is usually between 6.5 and 7.0, with a minimum score of 6 in each component.
- PTE Academic: The minimum required overall score is typically between 58 and 67.
- TOEFL: The minimum required scores are usually between 90 and 95 for the internet-based test (iBT) and 575-600 for the paper-based test (PBT).
Students must provide:
- academic marksheets & transcripts
- letters of recommendation
- a personal statement - SOP
- passport
- other supporting documents as required by the university.
Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.
It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.
The University for the Creative Arts (UCA) recognizes the importance of providing financial support to students pursuing their creative arts education. University for the Creative Arts offers a range of scholarships and funding opportunities to help students with the costs of tuition fees and living expenses.
Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: University for the Creative Arts offers Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships to both undergraduate and postgraduate students. These scholarships are awarded based on academic excellence and are open to both domestic and international students. The scholarship amount varies and can contribute towards tuition fees or living expenses.
International Scholarships: University for the Creative Arts offers scholarships specifically designed for international students. These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate studies. The eligibility criteria, application process, and scholarship amounts may vary.
University for the Creative Arts Creative Excellence Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to students who demonstrate exceptional talent and creative potential in their chosen field of study. The Creative Excellence Scholarships are available for various disciplines within the creative arts, such as fine arts, design, fashion, media, and more.
External Scholarships and Funding: University for the Creative Arts encourages students to explore external scholarship opportunities and funding sources. There may be scholarships offered by government organizations, charitable foundations, or industry associations that are applicable to creative arts students. University for the Creative Arts provides guidance and support to help students identify and apply for external scholarships.
It is important to note that scholarship availability, eligibility criteria, and application deadlines may vary from year to year.
Graduates from UCA's MA Landscape Architecture program are well-poised for a diverse array of dynamic career opportunities within the field of landscape architecture and related industries.
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Landscape Architect: Graduates can pursue careers as landscape architects, designing outdoor spaces for a wide range of projects, including urban parks, residential developments, commercial complexes, and public spaces.
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Sustainable Landscape Designer: Proficiency in sustainable practices allows graduates to excel as sustainable landscape designers, specializing in environmentally responsible landscape design and restoration.
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Urban Planner: Some graduates may choose to become urban planners, participating in city and regional planning projects that involve landscape design, green infrastructure, and community development.
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Landscape Consultant: Careers as landscape consultants involve offering expertise to businesses, municipalities, and organizations seeking to enhance the outdoor environments of their properties.
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Ecological Landscape Designer: Graduates can work as ecological landscape designers, focusing on projects that prioritize biodiversity, habitat restoration, and conservation.
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Landscape Educator: For those interested in teaching, careers as landscape educators or lecturers allow graduates to share their expertise with aspiring landscape architects and designers in academic settings.
