Program Overview
The University of Greenwich's accredited Landscape Architecture BA Hons degree equips students with skills to design sustainable public spaces. The program emphasizes practical approaches, innovation, and experimentation, with a focus on ecological, social, and environmental challenges. Graduates are prepared for careers in landscape architecture, planning, and urban design. The program boasts strong industry connections and provides access to state-of-the-art facilities.
Program Outline
Landscape Architecture, BA Hons - University of Greenwich
Degree Overview:
This accredited landscape architecture degree equips students with the professional skills to design sustainable public spaces and improve daily lives. The program focuses on a range of approaches to landscape design, including public spaces, waterfronts, town planning, urban development, and regional strategies. Students will learn about the history and theory of landscapes, ecology, conservation, and digital communication. The program encourages innovation and experimentation alongside practical approaches, allowing students to develop cutting-edge and workable design solutions to environmental and social challenges. The course portfolio supports employment opportunities in leading landscape architecture practices in the UK and around the world.
Outline:
Year 1:
- Cultural Contexts of Architecture (15 credits): This module explores the cultural and historical contexts of architecture and landscape design.
- Introducing Architecture and Landscape Technology (15 credits): This module introduces students to the fundamental principles of architecture and landscape technology.
- Landscape Design 1: Site, Investigation and Proposition (30 credits): This module focuses on the initial stages of landscape design, including site analysis, investigation, and the development of design propositions.
- Landscape Design 1: Experimentation and Communication (30 credits): This module explores different design approaches and communication techniques for landscape design.
- Landscape Design Technology 1 (15 credits): This module introduces students to the technical aspects of landscape design, including software and tools.
- History of Architecture & Landscape 1 (15 credits): This module provides a historical overview of architecture and landscape design.
Year 2:
- Introducing Architecture & Landscape Practice 2 (15 credits): This module delves deeper into the practical aspects of landscape architecture, including professional practice and ethics.
- Landscape Design 2: Ecologies, Exploration and Proposition (30 credits): This module focuses on the ecological aspects of landscape design, including site analysis, exploration, and the development of design propositions.
- Landscape Design Technology 2 (15 credits): This module builds upon the technical skills introduced in Year 1, focusing on advanced software and tools.
- Contemporary Theories of Landscape (15 credits): This module explores contemporary theories and approaches to landscape design.
- History of Architecture and Landscape 2 (15 credits): This module continues the historical overview of architecture and landscape design, focusing on more recent developments.
Year 3:
- Landscape Dissertation (30 Credits) (30 credits): This module requires students to conduct independent research and write a dissertation on a chosen topic related to landscape architecture.
- Landscape Design 3: Territories, Exploration and Proposition (30 credits): This module focuses on the design of larger-scale landscapes, including territories, regions, and urban areas.
- Landscape Design Technology 3 (30 credits): This module provides advanced training in landscape design technology, including software, tools, and techniques.
Assessment:
The program utilizes a combination of assessment methods, including:
- Design projects: Students will develop design proposals for various landscape projects, including drawings, models, technical reports, and presentations.
- Essays: Students will write essays on various topics related to landscape architecture, including history, theory, and contemporary issues.
- Presentations: Students will present their design projects and research findings to their peers and faculty.
Teaching:
- Small class sizes: The program offers a highly supportive learning environment with small class sizes, allowing for personalized attention and interaction with faculty.
- Experienced faculty: Students are taught by experienced and motivated landscape architecture experts, with expertise in urban design, social justice, environmental consultancy, horticulture, living walls, and green roof research.
- State-of-the-art facilities: Teaching takes place in the Stockwell Street Building, which houses the School of Design and features extensive design studios, a large interior living wall, and green roofs used for teaching and research projects.
- Industry connections: The program has strong connections with industry employers, including The Royal Parks and Landscape Institute, providing students with work experience opportunities and networking connections.
- Field trips: Students participate in visits to projects and practices in London and abroad, including the Tate Modern, the Natural History Museum, the Scottish Highlands, Barcelona, and New York City.
Careers:
Graduates of the program are well-prepared for careers in:
- Landscape Architecture: Designing and managing outdoor spaces, including parks, gardens, urban landscapes, and ecological restoration projects.
- Landscape Planning: Developing and implementing plans for the sustainable use and management of land.
- Urban Design: Shaping the physical environment of cities and towns, including public spaces, transportation systems, and infrastructure.
Other:
- The program is accredited by the Landscape Institute, allowing graduates to start on their "Pathway to Chartership" as Associate members.
- The program is the only one of its kind in London.
- Students have the opportunity to participate in student societies and workshops.
- The program offers additional support classes, guest lectures from industry experts, and employability and enterprise workshops.
UK Home Fees: £9,250 International Fees: £17,000 EU students may be eligible for a bursary to support their study. Discover more about grants, student loans, bursaries and scholarships. We also provide advice and support on budgeting, money management and financial hardship. Financial support Trips: Any compulsory field trips are funded by the school. Resources: You will produce portfolios of large format plots plus CNC/3D printed models etc. Software: We provide a range of software free and also online video tutorials. In the university you will also have access to AutoCAD, Rhino, Grasshopper, ArcGIS, the Adobe Creative Suite and many other platforms.
