Landscape Architecture MLA

at University of Sheffield

First year

Before the end of your first year of study you'll choose to take either the BA (planning) or BSc (ecology) specialism. The option you choose is not reflected in the MLA degree title but you can highlight your chosen option in your CV and portfolio.

Core modules:

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

Second year

Core modules:

• Exploration of Contemporary Landscapes
• Ecological Processes, Design & Management
• Materials of Landscape - Planting Design
• Materials of Landscape - Construction Design
• Landscape Design - Exploration and Intervention

Third year

Core modules:

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

Fourth year

Core modules:

• Landscape Architecture Integrated Masters Year in Practice

Fifth year

Core modules:

• Special Project: Research and Development Study
• Landscape Professional Practice
• Special Project

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

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

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.