Overview
Landscape Architecture is a design discipline which is concerned with the environment as a whole. Students at UNSW learn the theory and practice of Landscape Architecture through the exploration of design principles, graphic techniques, ecological processes and studies of human modification of the environment. The emphasis of the program is … For more content click the Read More button below.
The Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree provides academic education and practical experience leading to professional qualifications in landscape architecture. It requires full time attendance for four years plus work experience that must be completed prior to graduation. For students unable to undertake full-time study, the Program Director may negotiate a part-time study schedule to enable students to complete the program over a longer period. The degree may be awarded with honours based upon the quality of overall performance and performance in the research and design project courses in the final year of study.
The program seeks the synthesis of knowledge and skills through project based learning in a sequence of eight Design Studios. Design projects are related to the subject matter of concurrent courses and culminate in an independent design study of regional and national significance. Lectures and practical semesters cover theoretical knowledge in the following areas:
Landscape Architectural DesignDesign CommunicationsLandscape Architectural History and TheoryLandscape Architectural TechnologyNatural and Cultural SystemsProfessional Practice
At UNSW landscape architecture is taught as a powerful way of thinking and a vocation. Graduates of the UNSW landscape architecture program are creative problem solvers, able to draw on a depth and range of knowledge and skills. The vocational aspects of landscape architectural education at UNSW equip students with the theoretical and practical knowledge needed for the implementation of landscape design at site, urban and regional scales.
Learning Outcomes
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Apply disciplinary concepts, knowledge of cultural and natural systems and technical ability to landscape architectural projects in local, regional and global contexts.
- Professionals
- Leaders
- Scholars
- Global citizens
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Prioritise design decisions in relation to ethical, social, cultural and environmental implications of the practice of landscape architecture.
- Leaders
- Global citizens
- Scholars
- Professionals
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Collaborate effectively and responsibly in teams on landscape architecture design and research projects.
- Leaders
- Global citizens
- Professionals
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Research and critically analyse issues in landscape architecture design, and generate creative and evidence-based design propositions.
- Scholars
- Global citizens
- Professionals
- Leaders
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Articulate design ideas effectively using visual, digital, and written modes of communcation as appropriate to audience, purpose and context.
- Global citizens
- Leaders
- Professionals
- Scholars
Program Structure
Students must complete 192 UOC when taken as a standalone program.
Disciplinary Component168 Units of Credit:
Thesis Electives
Free Electives
General Education12 Units of Credit:
Program Constraints
Maturity Rule
Enrolment Disclaimer
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You are responsible for ensuring that you enrol in courses according to your program requirements and by following the advice of your Program Authority. myUNSW enrolment checks that you have met enrolment requirements such as pre-requisites for individual courses but not that you are enrolling in courses that will count towards your program requirements.
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Admission Requirements
Special Admission Requirements
Interview
Other
Portfolio
Program Requirements
Internship, Placement and Exchange Opportunities
Students are able to undertake exchange terms with a range of exchange partners.
Compulsory Training Component
Work Experience:
Students must obtain a total of 90 days work experience prior to graduation, of which a minimum of 40 days must be in landscape industry work and a minimum of 40 days in a design office. This normally takes the form of employment during long student vacations supervised by a landscape architect, landscape contractor or nursery. Each student undertaking work experience must obtain prior approval of the Work Experience Co-ordinator. Each student must obtain from the employer a statement of experience gained, maintain an accurate record in logbook form and submit a written report describing the work undertaken during the various work experience components. Details of these arrangements are available on the Faculty website.
Students must obtain a total of 90 days work experience prior to graduation, of which a minimum of 40 days must be in landscape industry work and a minimum of 40 days in a design office. This normally takes the form of employment during long student vacations supervised by a landscape architect, landscape contractor or nursery. Each student undertaking work experience must obtain prior approval of the Work Experience Co-ordinator. Each student must obtain from the employer a statement of experience gained, maintain an accurate record in logbook form and submit a written report describing the work undertaken during the various work experience components. Details of these arrangements are available on the Faculty website.
Progression Requirements
Students must complete all prerequisites including the work experience (40 days minimum) attached to LAND 2272 and submit a satisfactory portfolio to progress into Year 4. A satisfactory portfolio will demonstrate development of competency in core skills and graduate attributes.
For more information on university policy on progression requirements please visit Academic Progression
Professional Outcomes
Accreditations
Australian Institute of Landscape Architects
Professional Recognition
Graduates holding the BLArch degree qualify for corporate membership of the Institute after a period of approved professional experience following graduation.
Career Opportunities
Landscape architect in a private design practice or a multidisciplinary design firm, landscape designer, project manager or technical officer in local council or state government, heritage specialist, landscape or project management, environmental assessment.
Recognition of Achievement
University Medal
Honours Classes
Additional Information
Further Information
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Program Fees
At UNSW fees are generally charged at course level and therefore dependent upon individual enrolment and other factors such as student's residency status. For generic information on fees and additional expenses of UNSW programs, click on one of the following:
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