Course details

Summary

Lincoln University’s Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Graduate Entry) is an option for people who want to study Landscape Architecture and already have a bachelor’s degree. Students taking the BLA (Graduate Entry) option can complete their programme in two years. The degree is taught by the School of Landscape Architecture - the longest established school of its type in New Zealand and staffed by internationally-acclaimed academics. The BLA is accredited by the New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects meaning graduates are eligible to become registered professionals who are highly sought after within both public and private sectors throughout New Zealand, Australia and internationally. Lincoln University has an international reputation for excellence in Landscape Architecture. Our graduates are employed all over the world because of their strength in design and planning, their ability to think, and the real world experience they gain during their study. In addition to providing an in-depth foundation in all aspects of landscape architecture, Lincoln’s BLA programme specialises in: landscape and urban ecology, resilient landscape design, sustainable communities, structure planning, urban landscapes and indigenous Maori landscape design.

Programme structure:

• Pass at least 300 credits (courses and studios)
• Pass all compulsory courses
• Complete the practical work requirement
• Attend the multi-day field tour.

Practical work:

No less than three weeks of landscape implementation

Entry criteria

Applicants must have completion of an undergraduate degree and demonstrate design ability. They should also have obtained an overall CAE score of 176, with no individual component less than 169; PTE of 58 overall score - with no communicative skill less than 50; Lincoln University English Language of GCAE or LU EL 70%; NZCEL of Level 5 (Academic or Professional Endorsement).