Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Grad Entry)
Course details
| NZQF Level | 7 |
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About the course
Specialise in your chosen area of design and reach the international standard of education in Landscape Architecture.
This advanced Landscape Architecture degree will help you to transition from a generalist to a specialist practitioner, opening up exciting employment opportunities both within New Zealand and internationally.
Lincoln University’s 120-credit (one year) Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) offers those with an accredited Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (BLA) the opportunity to pursue more advanced study, such as evidence-based design.
You can specialise in an area of landscape architecture practice of your choice, whether it is the design of urban green infrastructure, cycleways, memorials, or the restoration of indigenous biodiversity.
The MLA is the international standard of landscape architecture education and can open up new employment and business opportunities in New Zealand and overseas. Our School of Landscape Architecture is run by internationally acclaimed academics who are pioneers in educating New Zealand landscape architects, having founded the country’s first professional qualification over 50 years ago.
Practical work requirements
During your study, you’re expected to complete:
- A minimum of three weeks practical landscape design implementation
- Full details are in the course handbook
For more information on the practical aspects of study, contact the Practical Work Co-ordinator at [email protected] or phone +64 3 423 0061.
Entry requirements
Completion of an undergraduate degree plus demonstration of design ability. This ability can be demonstrate through one of the following means:
- submission of a portfolio of drawings, paintings, photography or other expression of design-related skills and creativity
- achieving a minimum of B- in either one of two Lincoln University courses, DESN 102 or DESN 103.
If you have an overseas qualification, you can find out more about entry requirements here.
If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about English language requirements.
Recommended preparation
- Ecology (highly recommended)
- Horticulture
- Environmental Studies
- Geography
- Māori Studies
- Fine arts
*This course is not available to international students.
About the provider
Lincoln University is one of the eight government universities in New Zealand. Established in 1878, it is governed by the Lincoln University Council.
Based in Canterbury, in the South Island of New Zealand, Lincoln offers a unique experience, a perfect balance of student and academic life and a host of recreation activities around the region.
The institution is rated the 15th best small university in the world by the QS World University Rankings. It is home to a diverse group of nearly 4,500 students who come from more than 80 different countries around the world.
Lincoln graduates have a 6 percent higher employment rate than those from other New Zealand universities and the number of students graduating from Lincoln is higher than the national average.
Students can choose from a wide range of specialist courses from three faculties and one division – the Faculty of Agribusiness and Commerce; the Faculty of Agriculture and Life Sciences; the Faculty of Environment, Society and Design; and the University Studies and English Language Division.
Lincoln has dedicated itself towards undertaking meaningful research that makes a globally positive impact. Its sustainable approach and commitment towards handling climate change issues have attracted many postgraduate students studying at the institution.
The university also engages in other land-based research and hosts a range of research centres, including food research and innovation, land, environment and people, wildlife management and conservation, and soil and environmental research.
The university shares ties with leading organisations as well as research centres, which help students gain additional skills and knowledge through practical learning experiences.
The Lincoln University Students' Association (LUSA) is an active student body that governs a variety of clubs and organisations on campus.