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Landscape Architecture

University Centre Reaseheath

UCAS Code: KK32 | Bachelor of Science (with Honours) - BSc (Hons)

Entry requirements


A level

B,B,C

A minimum of 112 tariff points from A and AS Levels to include a relevant subject such as Geography, Horticulture, Countryside or Environmental Studies

Access to HE Diploma

D:15,M:30

A minimum of 112 tariff points

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

D*D*

in a Countryside, Environmental or Horticulture related subject

Pearson BTEC Level 3 National Extended Diploma (first teaching from September 2016)

DDM

in a Countryside, Environmental or Horticulture related subject

Scottish Higher

A,B,B,B

to include a relevant subject such as Geography or Environmental Science

T Level

M

UCAS Tariff

112

About this course


Course option

3years

Full-time | 2024

Subjects

Business studies

Landscape architecture and design

Do you have the passion and vision to manage sustainable open spaces and green infrastructure?

On our landscape architecture course, you’ll gain the insights and experience to help ensure land, property and estates are managed and cared for as an integral part of our shared, sustainable future.

Study is based in our £9 million National Centre for Horticulture, the Environment and Sustainable Technology and you will learn first-hand from a team of deeply committed experts in their fields; an inspirational and award-winning team who will help you to flourish and support you to confidently pursue your purpose in a career intimately connected to the landscape.

Our curriculum is innovative and inspiring, built around the core principles of sustainability, function and conservation. Together with our emphasis on practical skills and all-round business awareness, you’ll be well-prepared for the challenges you’ll face in a career in the landscape management sector.

**Course Features**
* Design and planning

* Environmental science

* Green infrastructure

* Historical conservation

* Work placements, site visits and study tours

* Opportunities to enter national competitions

* Use of commercial production unit and design studios

* Use of hydroponic glasshouse and new vertical farming centre

**Career Options**
* Landscape architect

* Parks and landscape manager

* Greenspace manager

* Historic landscape consultant

* Landscape contract manager

Modules

Level 4
- Plant Use and Association
- Principles of Environmental Science
- People, Place and Landscape Context
- Digital Communication Skills
- Site Assessment
- Conservation of British Habitats

 Level 5
- Landscape Materials
- Green Infrastructure Management
- Historical Conservation Management
- Landscape Sustainability and Environmental Change
- Research Methods
- Work Based Learning for the Landbased Industries

Level 6
- Landscape Assessment
- Professional Practice and Ethical Frameworks
- Project and Contract Management
- Planning, Landscape and Environmental Legislation
- Final Major Project*
- Dissertation Project*

(Optional *)

Assessment methods

Assessments are designed to encourage both academic skills and skills valued in the workplace. They include a combination of coursework and timed assessments in both independent and collaborative formats. Coursework may take many forms including: essays, reports, data processing, presentations, academic posters, seminar discussions, interviews, critical reviews and portfolios of evidence. Timed assessments will vary depending upon the nature of the module but will be problem-solving tasks dealing with real-life industry issues which support the development of industry and life skills.

Tuition fees

Select where you currently live to see what you'll pay:

Channel Islands
£9,250
per year
England
£9,250
per year
EU
£13,000
per year
International
£13,000
per year
Northern Ireland
£9,250
per year
Scotland
£9,250
per year
Wales
£9,250
per year

The Uni


Course location:

University Centre Reaseheath

Department:

Business

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