Program Overview
The Landscape Architecture at University of Sheffield is a MA 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 Landscape Architecture programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United Kingdom 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 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 18,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Sheffield, United Kingdom
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Landscape Architecture 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
- Introduction to Landscape Design
- Landscape Histories, Theories and Practices
- Introduction to Planting Design
- Ecological Design and Management
- Advanced Planting Design
- Introduction to Landscape Construction (including use of CAD)
- Advanced Construction Design
- Social Aspects of Design
- Integrated Design Project
- Introduction to Landscape Planning
- Research Methods
- Research Report
- Professional Practice, Law and Contracts
- Special project (with either a broad focus, or a specialisation in one of design, planning or management)
- Dissertation
- Urban Landscape Planning
- Rural Landscape Planning
- Urban Design Project
- Landscape Design and Art Practice
- Greenspace Maintenance
- Greenspace Management
- Lectures
- Seminars
- Workshops
- Tutorials
- Critical feedback sessions
- Site visits
- Practicals
- Coursework assignments
- Dissertation
- Oral presentation
- Examination
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
Good honours degree, ideally in a subject related to landscape or design, for example ecology, geography, geology, architecture, engineering or fine art. If you don\'t have a degree, but you have relevant skills and experience, we may be able to consider your application. Please contact us to discuss.
English language requirements
Overall IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 5.5 in each component, or equivalent.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 18,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 18,250 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 6,500 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Sheffield 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 Sheffield
University of Sheffield
Sheffield, United Kingdom
University of Sheffield 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- Language English
- Duration 24 months