Overview
Overview
The multidisciplinary approach of the Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning program at University of Melbourne gives you the ability to realise synergies between disciplines, broadening your skillset and giving you a relevant understanding of the built environment profession.
This program aims to provide you with:
- the skills to design ecologically sound and contemporary landscapes using the latest materials and technologies;
- an understanding of Australian and international policy and planning affecting human settlements;
- the ability to adapt and respond through planning and design to the global changes impacting our cities including climate change, deepening inequality, concerns for community health and safety, and the emergence of city-regions;
- a grounding in the history, theory and technology of landscape architecture, and an in-depth understanding of international landscape architecture contemporary practice leading to the creation of innovative thinking and design;
By combining the Master of Landscape Architecture and the Master of Urban Planning as a double degree, our students complete two professionally accredited graduate programs in a reduced timeframe.
Career outcomes
The Master of Architecture/ Master of Landscape Architecture double degree provides graduates with a solid foundation for a future career in
- architecture
- landscape architecture
- the built environment
Or provides a platform for students from industry to strategically develop expertise for further career development.
Once you have completed this program, you will be well positioned to work for
- private architecture firms
- government departments in metropolitan and non-metropolitan areas
- institutional bodies
- research institutions
- specialised consultancies and more
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Landscape Studio 1: Design Techniques
- Plants in the Landscape
- Shaping the Landscape
- Landscape Studio 2: Site and Design
- Ecology for Design
- History of Landscape Architecture
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 48 months
- Part-time
- 96 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Landscape Architecture Urban Planning View 17 other Masters in Landscape Architecture in AustraliaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
Student insurance
Make sure to cover your health, travel, and stay while studying abroad. Even global coverages can miss important items, so make sure your student insurance ticks all the following:
- Additional medical costs (i.e. dental)
- Repatriation, if something happens to you or your family
- Liability
- Home contents and baggage
- Accidents
- Legal aid
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Other requirements
General requirements
CRICOS code: 105522A
- A Personal Statement of up to 500 words outlining relevant prior study and work experience, and motivation to undertake the program
- Satisfy the University of Melbourne's English Language Requirement.
For students coming from a Landscape Architecture undergraduate degree:
- A three-year undergraduate degree in a suitable Landscape Architecture discipline with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 65% (University of Melbourne equivalent); and
- A Design Portfolio
Students coming from an Urban Planning or other non-Landscape Architecture undergraduate degree
- A three-year undergraduate degree in Urban Planning or other non-Landscape Architecture degree with a weighted average mark (WAM) of at least 65% (University of Melbourne equivalent); and
- A Design Portfolio
Tuition Fee
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International
61484 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 245936 AUD for the full programme during 48 months. -
National
49863 AUD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 199452 AUD for the full programme during 48 months.
- Commonwealth supported places (CSP) are available for this course
Living costs for Melbourne
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Landscape Architecture and Urban Planning.
Available Scholarships
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