Landscape Architecture BA

at University of Sheffield

First year

Core modules:

• Reading the Contemporary Landscape
• Histories of Landscape Architecture
• Presentation, Communication and Research Skills
• Space Making
• The Changing Landscape
• The Dynamic Landscape

Second year

Core modules:

• Ecological Processes, Design & Management
• Exploration of Contemporary Landscapes
• Landscape Design - Exploration and Intervention
• Landscape Planning for a Changing World
• Materials of Landscape - Construction Design
• Materials of Landscape - Planting Design

Third year

Core modules:

• Integrated Urban Design Project
• Landscape Planning - Urban Regeneration
• Landscape Planning Toolkits
• Materials of Landscape - Detailed Design
• Site Planning For Sustainable Housing
• Sustainable Communities

The A Level entry requirements for this course are:
ABB

A Levels + additional qualifications BBB + B in a relevant EPQ

International Baccalaureate 33

BTEC Extended Diploma DDD in a relevant subject

BTEC Diploma DD + B at A Level

Scottish Highers AAABB

Welsh Baccalaureate + 2 A Levels B + AB

Access to HE Diploma Award of Access to HE Diploma in a relevant subject, with 45 credits at Level 3, including 30 at Distinction and 15 at Merit

Routes for mature students

Other requirements

• Art and Design qualifications are not a requirement but evidence of potential in drawing and graphic communication is highly desirable

• Evidence of artistic ability in the form of a portfolio is also required

English language requirements 
You must demonstrate that your English is good enough for you to successfully complete your course. For this course we require: GCSE English Language at grade 4/C; IELTS grade of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component; or an alternative acceptable English language qualification

Home students
£9,250 annual tuition fee

Overseas students
£22,520 annual tuition fee

Additional costs
The annual fee for your course includes a number of items in addition to your tuition. If an item or activity is classed as a compulsory element for your course, it will normally be included in your tuition fee. There are also other costs which you may need to consider.

Our graduates are in demand. Industry figures come to our end-of-year exhibition and advertise vacancies with us. Graduates work all over the world and find employment in private practice, community development agencies, local authorities and national governments.

Alumni include a former President of the International Federation of Landscape Architects and multiple RHS medal winners.