Landscape Architecture (with conversion year)

University of Gloucestershire

Postgraduate MA Full-time 2 Years

About this course

Build upon your existing skills within a highly professional environment, on a course recognised by the International Federation of Landscape Architects and accredited by the Landscape Institute.

You’ll actively acquire the practical skills and knowledge that underpin the landscape architecture industry in the 21st century. Studying philosophical aspects of the discipline, exploring influential landscapes and working on live private and public sector briefs will increase your confidence and expertise. With a long-standing reputation and excellent links to industry and professional bodies -plus a strong emphasis on sustainability – this course provides an excellent foundation upon which to build a dynamic career.

Study style Through live projects you’ll focus on master-planning, environmental assessment, public consultation and design.

You’ll focus on various modules throughout tour course.

Design Projects

  • Based in the studio and on site, be introduced to the relationships and processes of landscape architecture projects

  • Professional Practice: Digital Communication 1

  • Develop basic skills in the use of digital media, including AutoCAD, SketchUp Pro, Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign

  • Cultural Context: Historic and Contemporary Landscapes

  • Focus on movements and trends throughout the 20th century

  • Sustainable Technology 2

  • Find out how to apply plant, construction and ecological knowledge to landscape design projects
  • Study Options

    This course is available in 4 study options:

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: MA

    Location: Cheltenham

    Part-time

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: MA

    Location: Cheltenham

    Full-time Shown above

    Duration: 2 Years

    Qualification: PgDip

    Location: Cheltenham

    Part-time

    Duration: 4 Years

    Qualification: PgDip

    Location: Cheltenham

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    Course Details

    Qualification
    MA
    Study Mode
    Full-time
    Duration
    2 Years
    Start Date
    2025
    Academic Year
    2025
    Campus / Location
    Cheltenham
    Scheme
    Postgraduate