Overview

The Landscape Architecture M.L.A. II at Kent State University is a post-professional degree designed for students who already hold an accredited professional qualification in the field. This advanced programme provides a platform for practitioners to develop specialised knowledge through rigorous research and design inquiry. Students engage with complex environmental challenges, focusing on the intersection of ecological systems and urban infrastructure.

Why Landscape Architecture at Kent State University?

The programme operates from the heart of Cleveland’s Playhouse Square District, housed within the Cleveland Urban Design Collaborative. This urban setting serves as a living laboratory, offering students unique opportunities to partner with allied disciplines such as architecture and urban design. The curriculum addresses critical global issues, including climate change, water quality, and the reclamation of vacant industrial landscapes.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: USD 20332 per year
National fee: USD 20332 per year
Local fee: USD 10706 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is structured around advanced studio work and independent inquiry, allowing for deep specialisation. Modules may include:

Landscape Architecture Studio III
Landscape Architecture Studio IV
Landscape Architecture Studio V
Landscape Architecture Studio VI
Methods of Inquiry in Architectural Studies
Empirical Research in Environmental Design
Urban Ecological Systems
Community Development Process
Urban Systems

Careers with Landscape Architecture

Graduates are prepared for leadership roles in the design and planning sectors, often progressing into senior consultancy or management positions. The advanced research focus of the programme equips professionals to handle large-scale projects for private firms, governmental agencies, and non-profit organisations. Potential career paths include:

Landscape Architect
Urban and Regional Planner
Architectural and Engineering Manager
Postsecondary Architecture Teacher
Senior Design Consultant
Environmental Restoration Specialist

The programme's emphasis on interdisciplinary methodologies and community engagement ensures that graduates can effectively lead initiatives focused on social justice, sustainable development, and resilient urban infrastructure.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Landscape Architecture Studio

Methods Of Inquiry In Architectural Studies

Empirical Research In Environmental Design

Seminar: Variable Topics In Architectural History

Soil Biology

Stream Biology

Limnology

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-08-24 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-02-01 00:00:00

Language

English

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Credits

60 SCH

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Kent, United States

Disciplines

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Academic requirements

GPA

2.7

English requirements

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Other requirements

General requirements

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture degree that is accredited by the Landscape Architecture Accrediting Board (LAAB)

Minimum 2.750 undergraduate GPA on a 4.000-point scale

Official transcript(s)

Curriculum vitae

Goal statement

Portfolio of design work

Three letters of recommendation

English language proficiency - all international students must provide proof of English language proficiency

Tuition Fees

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20332 USD / year

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20332 USD / year

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10706 USD / year

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Living costs

Kent

United States

1036 - 1710 USD / month

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