Postgraduate
Master of Landscape Architecture
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Note, tuition fees are reviewed annually and are subject to increase up to 7.5 per cent per annum.
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Scholarships are available to students from a diverse range of backgrounds, including academic achievement, financial need, educational disadvantage, leadership and community service, artistic or sporting achievements, and being from a rural or remote area.
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Admission requirements
If you’re interested in furthering your career by studying this postgraduate course, find out the admission details below
Admission Requirements
(a) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
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(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent.
Ranking and Selection Process
English competency
English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place.
Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0.
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Course details
This course is subsidised by the Australian Government as a Commonwealth supported place (CSP).
About the course
Quick details
- Available
- Perth (Crawley campus)
- Full-time
- Part-time
- On-campus
- Semester 1, Semester 2
- Approximately 46 hours per week, which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
- Postgraduate
- 25550
- 084739F
Course structure
Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.
About the discipline
Flexibility
We understand that life is busy. That's why our postgraduate courses are designed so you can balance your work and studies. Our flexible postgraduate experience includes the opportunity to study part time, a range of units that are taught after hours, and the option to learn via intensive units. Ask our Student Central team for advice on choosing the right postgraduate route for you. Find out more here.
Course accreditation
The Master of Landscape Architecture (25550) is accredited by the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects.
You'll learn to
- create beautiful, functional and resilient places that combat climate change
- design and plan for dynamic and enduring environments and communities
- develop professional skills in critical thinking and interdisciplinary design approaches
- apply knowledge in urban and landscape ecology and design, professional documentation and practice, and theoretical foundations of landscape architecture
Excellent facilities
At the School of Design, you’ll have access to well-equipped facilities including:
- Studio spaces
- Design Hub, a working space with senior student mentors available for assistance
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Digital fabrication equipment such as plastic extrusion 3D printers, laser cutters and CNC milling machines
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Multiple computer labs with 24-hour access
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Printmaking studio with etching presses and spray booths
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Multimedia production facilities
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Cullity Gallery, where you’ll have the opportunity to exhibit your work.
Why study the Master of Landscape Architecture at UWA?
- Excellent opportunities to learn from and interact with members of industry through formal classes and work placements
- Interaction with students and teachers across a range of related subject areas
- Dedicated academic and professional teaching staff who have extensive experience around the world
- Access to facilities such as the Design Hub (dedicated working space tailored to the needs of design and architecture students with senior mentors), digital fabrication equipment such as 3D printers and laser cutters, studios and computer labs
- Small class sizes with a low student:teacher ratio (12:1)
Yuhong Chang
Yuhong Chang
Western Australia is a beautiful and amazing state which is developing rapidly. UWA is one of the top universities worldwide, and I think it is has the most beautiful campus in Australia. High quality of education, the beautiful campus and the friendly residences - these factors make UWA the first choice for me.
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