Program Overview
The Landscape Architecture at University of California Berkeley 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 Landscape Architecture programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States 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: USD 18,186 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 18,186 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
- Location: Berkeley, United States, United States
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
- Social and Psychological Factors in Open Space Design
- The Landscape As a Sacred Place
- Research Methods in Environmental Design
- Citizen Involvement in the City Planning Process
- Theory and Methods in the Social and Cultural Basis of Design
- Sociology of Natural Resources
- Ecological Analysis
- Hydrology for Planners
- Urban Forestry
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
A bachelor\'s degree is the minimum requirement for admission to the graduate program. It is recommended that applicants have completed a minimum of one basic course each in the life, earth and social sciences. In addition, graphics and freehand drawing are strongly recommended for applicants with non-design backgrounds.
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 18,186 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 18,186 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 18,186 (Tuition (Semester)) — International students; USD 18,186 (Tuition (Semester)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of California Berkeley 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 California, Berkeley
University of California, Berkeley
Berkeley, United States
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months