Program Overview
The Urban Horticulture at University of Melbourne is a Master programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of architecture & urban planning. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Urban Horticulture programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: AUD 36,896 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 27,584 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Urban Horticulture programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Landscape PlantsCORE\t12.5
- Horticultural Plant ScienceCORE\t12.5
- SCIENCE TOOLS\tPOINTS
- Landscape DesignCORE\t12.5
- ELECTIVE SUBJECTS\tPOINTS
- Therapeutic LandscapesCORE\t12.5
- Contemporary Plant Production & EstablishmentCORE\t12.5
- Urban Soils, Substrates and WaterCORE\t12.5
- ELECTIVE SUBJECTS\tPOINTS
- History of Landscape ArchitectureCORE\t12.5
- SCIENCE TOOLS\tPOINTS
- Landscape Construction and GraphicsCORE\t12.5
- Short Research ProjectCORE\t25
- ELECTIVE SUBJECTS\tPOINTS
- Food Production for Urban LandscapesCORE\t12.5
- Managing Urban LandscapesCORE\t12.5
- Urban Horticulture Issues & PerspectivesCORE\t12.5
- ELECTIVE SUBJECTS\tPOINTS
- Designing Green Roofs and WallsCORE\t12.5
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- An undergraduate degree or a graduate or postgraduate certificate in any discipline with at least an H2A (75%) weighted average mark for a Commonwealth Supported Place or an H3 (65%) weighted average mark for an Australian Fee Place, or equivalent
- There are a number of alternative entry points into the program, a 150 point program is available to cognate students (those who have previously completed related study)\xc2\xa0 which has the same structure as described in the Degree Structure but students will receive 50 points of credit (for core subjects). Students may also complete the 150 point program remotely; flying to Melbourne for intensive subjects
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 36,896 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 27,584 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 36,896 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 27,584 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Melbourne directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Melbourne
University of Melbourne
Parkville, Australia
University of Melbourne is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields. The...
University Profile- Application Deadline May, 2027
- Start Date Jul, 2027
- Language English
- Duration 24 months
