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Master of Landscape Architecture

Bridge the worlds of art and science with a career in landscape architecture.
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Career Pathways

This course is primarily concerned with the quality of the environment. A Master of Landscape Architecture degree provides a wide range of employment options, including working as a landscape architect, an environmental consultant, an urban designer, an environmental manager, a government policy advisor or a landscape architecture educator/academic.
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Career Pathways

This course is primarily concerned with the quality of the environment. A Master of Landscape Architecture degree provides a wide range of employment options, including working as a landscape architect, an environmental consultant, an urban designer, an environmental manager, a government policy advisor or a landscape architecture educator/academic.

Further Study

Further postgraduate study options include the Master of Urban Design.
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Further Study

Further postgraduate study options include the Master of Urban Design.

Fees and scholarships

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Domestic Student Fees

For Commonwealth-supported places, student contribution amounts are charged by unit, based on area of study. For a fee estimate, go to the Fee Calculator and select “I want to price my units”. Fees are subject to annual indexation. Refer to the Handbook to identify the units required. More information on how fees are calculated.

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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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International Student Fees

Annual course fee
2024
$42,800.00
2025
$45,200.00

Onshore international students are charged an annual course fee, charged per credit point at a rate dependent on the course in which the student is enrolled. Annual course fees are calculated based on an annual study load. Check the handbook to confirm the annual study load for your course.

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Fees are subject to annual indexation.

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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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Cost of living

There are a few things to consider before applying to study at university. One could be your cost of living. This can depend on factors such as lifestyle, accommodation, tuition fees, medical insurance, textbooks and more. For an indication of expenses and average costs, see our Cost of living page.

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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

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent.
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Admission Requirements

To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—
(a) a bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA;
and
(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 60 per cent.

Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.
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Ranking and Selection Process

Where relevant, admission will be awarded to the highest ranked applicants or applicants selected based on the relevant requirements.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

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.

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

English competency

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Course details

Study at the only university in the state with an accredited Landscape Architecture program. Become a critical thinker with rigorous skills in the pragmatic and theoretical art of landscape design and manipulation. 

DollarThis course is subsidised by the Australian Government as a Commonwealth supported place (CSP).

About the course

The Master of Landscape Architecture provides an education in the design, management and resilience of natural and built landscapes for the benefit of our communities and to improve the quality of the environment. Gain the knowledge and skills to respond to complex issues such as climate change and biodiversity loss by applying systems thinking and creative practice to develop long-term, multi-scale solutions.
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About the course

The Master of Landscape Architecture provides an education in the design, management and resilience of natural and built landscapes to improve the quality and our experience of the environment. Gain the knowledge and skills to respond to complex issues such as climate change, biodiversity loss, urban ecology and water sensitive design by applying systems thinking and creative practice to develop long-term, multi-scale solutions.

You'll have the opportunity to engage in Work Integrated Learning (WIL) and placements through Practicum units. Building on undergraduate studies in Landscape Architecture (or relevant conversion units), you'll acquire strong theoretical and practical knowledge and the high-level technical, analytical, design and communication skills necessary to formulate solutions to challenges and produce creative landscape architecture outcomes. The course provides emphasis on ecological, cultural and social design considerations at global, regional and local levels.

The Master of Landscape Architecture is offered in two modes: Coursework; or Coursework and Dissertation. In addition to core studies, in the Coursework mode students are offered the choice of enrolling in either a series of option units covering a range of topics or a specialisation in a related area of expertise (such as Environmental Planning or Urban Design). In the Coursework and Dissertation mode, in addition to core studies students pursue an independent research project of their choice.

Master of Landscape Architecture

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Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Approximately 46 hours per week, which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 25550
CRICOS code
  • 084739F
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Master of Landscape Architecture

Quick details

Status
  • Available
Locations
  • Perth (Crawley campus)
Attendance
  • Full-time
  • Part-time
Delivery
  • On-campus
Starting dates
  • Semester 1, Semester 2
Weekly contact time
  • Approximately 46 hours per week, which includes contact hours, personal study and examinations.
Level of study
  • Postgraduate
Course Code
  • 25550
CRICOS code
  • 084739F
Full time/part time duration
  • 2 years full-time (with completed undergraduate major in Landscape Architecture). The course duration will be longer (up to 3 years full time) for graduates without previous studies in landscape architecture.
Degrees course is available in
  • Master of Landscape Architecture

Course structure

Postgraduate coursework degrees and combined (coursework and research) degrees comprise a number of units. Refer to the course structure for more information.

Course structure details

Course structure details

For students in Course by Coursework only, without a Focus Area: take all Core units (66 points) and 30 points of option units from Group A.

For students in Course by Coursework only, with a Focus Area, take all Core units (66 points), required units from the selected Focus Area (24 points), and 6 points of Option units from Group A.

For students in Course by Coursework and Dissertation, take all Core units (66 points), 12 points of Option units from Group A, and 18 points from Group B Dissertation.
Conversion
Students who have not completed a Bachelor's degree with a major in Landscape Architecture, or equivalent as recognised by the School of Design, must complete conversion units to the value of up to 48 points as advised by the University.
Core
All students, take all Core units (66 points).
Option - Group A
Take option units according to the sequence notes.
Option - B Dissertation
For students in Course by Coursework and Dissertation, take 18 points of dissertation units as directed by the School. Take an additional 12 points of option units from Option Group A.
Building Information Modelling (focus area)
For students in Course by Coursework only with the Focus Area "Building Information Modelling", take all units (24 points). Take an additional 6 points of option units from Option Group A.
Environmental Planning (focus area)
For students in Course by Coursework only with the Focus Area "Environmental Planning", take all units (24 points). Take an additional 6 points of option units from Option Group A.
Social Impact Design (focus area)
For students in Course by Coursework only with the Focus Area "Social Impact Design", take 12 points of Impact Design core units and 12 points of Impact Design option units. Take an additional 6 points of option units from Option Group A.
Take unit(s) to the value of 12 points:
Urban Design (focus area)
For students in Course by Coursework only with the Focus Area "Urban Design", take 12 points of Urban Design core units and 12 points of Urban Design option units. Take an additional 6 points of option units from Option Group A.
Take unit(s) to the value of 12 points:

About the discipline

This course is taught by our expert practitioners and researchers within the School of Design's Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urban Design discipline.

About the discipline

STUDY YOUR WAY

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.

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Flexibility

Landscape Architecture

Course accreditation

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The Master of Landscape Architecture (25550) is accredited by the Australian Institute of Landscape Architects (AILA). Following completion of the course and graduation, graduates will be required to complete two years full-time or part time equivalent experience working as a Landscape Architect, before becoming eligible to apply for Registration as a Landscape Architect in Australia via the Mentorship Pathway. 

Landscape Architecture

Course accreditation

Master of Landscape Architecture

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
Master of Landscape Architecture

You'll learn to

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

  • Digital fabrication equipment such as plastic extrusion 3D printers, laser cutters and CNC milling machines

  • Multiple computer labs with 24-hour access

  • Printmaking studio with etching presses and spray booths

  • Multimedia production facilities

  • Cullity Gallery, where you’ll have the opportunity to exhibit your work.

Excellent facilities

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)

Why study the Master of Landscape Architecture at UWA?

Yuhong Chang

Yuhong Chang
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Yuhong Chang

Yuhong Chang
Landscape Architecture is a unique and amazing major, cultivating our imagination and rational thinking ability. What attracts me is the opportunity to change and optimise our surroundings. We also get the chance to see what sorts of design makes sense - personally, the feeling of accomplishment we gain from these experiences is incomparable. Field trips are one of the aspects I most enjoy about the course. We not only analyse the sites but also had a great time during those days. Ultimately, I want to make some remarkable design which would be impressive and inspirational.

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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UWA’s School of Design is a collaboration of creative thinkers and makers that includes landscape architects, urban designers, experimental artists, historians and architects.