Program Overview
The Landscape Architecture at Kingston University is a Postgraduate Diploma programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 12 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: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: GBP 13,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,465 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: London, 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
- The Landscape Architecture PgDip explores spatial design in relation to land-based issues. It is accredited by theLandscape Institute(LI).
- Design is at the heart of the programme. Projects include strategic, regional and local design briefs. Theoretical and professional practice studies underpin your learning in the studio.
- Live design projects will be reviewed by clients and may be the subject of community consultation. There is a special commitment to sustainability and regeneration.
- You will build an individual portfolio of design work throughout the course, exhibiting your work at the end-of-year show.
- You also take part in design competitions and community consultations.
- You will have the chance to work on collaborative projects, including alongside students studying other courses in the Faculty. This enables you to gain from their expertise. For example there will be opportunities to work with Landscape and Urbanism and Architecture students.
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- Students entering the course have usually completed an undergraduate landscape architecture or related programme in the UK, EU or internationally. Most have a minimum of a year\'s related practice experience.
- We review applications on the basis of appropriateness and quality of prior learning and experience.
We invite all shortlisted applicants for an interview with portfolio. If you are unable to attend, we will ask you to send samples of your work.
We strongly encourage EU and international students with appropriate qualifications and experience to apply. We will invite applicants meeting the entry requirements for interview. If you are not able to attend, we will ask you to submit a sample portfolio.
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,465 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 13,700 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 3,465 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact Kingston University 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 Kingston University
Kingston University
Moffat, United Kingdom
Kingston University 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 12 months