Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Grad Entry)
Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Grad Entry)
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Upcoming start dates
Semester 1 - 17 Feb 2025
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Qualification
Bachelors
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Duration
2 years full-time
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Credits
300
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Location
Lincoln University Campus
Expand your career opportunities to a new level as a professional landscape architect.
If you already have a bachelor’s degree but are looking to enter a defined profession, Lincoln University’s full-time Graduate entry BLA only takes two years to complete. This makes it one of the shortest professional Landscape Architecture degrees in Australasia and it is accredited by the New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects (NZILA). Graduates are eligible to become registered professionals and are highly sought-after in public and private sectors in Aotearoa-New Zealand, Australia and further afield.
Practical work requirements
During your study, you’re expected to complete:
- A minimum of three weeks practical landscape design implementation
- Full details are in the course handbook
For more information on the practical aspects of study, contact the Practical Work Co-ordinator at practicalwork@lincoln.ac.nz or phone +64 3 423 0061.
Programme information
Completion of an undergraduate degree plus demonstration of design ability. This ability can be demonstrate through one of the following means:
- submission of a portfolio of drawings, paintings, photography or other expression of design-related skills and creativity
- achieving a minimum of B- in either one of two Lincoln University courses, DESN 102 or DESN 103.
If you have an overseas qualification, you can find out more about entry requirements here.
If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about English language requirements.
Recommended preparation
- Ecology (highly recommended)
- Horticulture
- Environmental Studies
- Geography
- Māori Studies
- Fine arts
Summary of Regulations
All of the following:
- Pass at least 300 credits (courses and studios)
- Pass all compulsory courses
- Complete all the practical work requirements
- Attendance at multi-day field tour
What's it going to cost?
Learn more by using the Domestic Fees Calculator or viewing the International Fees.
You can start studying in Semester 1 (late February).
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Entry requirements
Completion of an undergraduate degree plus demonstration of design ability. This ability can be demonstrate through one of the following means:
- submission of a portfolio of drawings, paintings, photography or other expression of design-related skills and creativity
- achieving a minimum of B- in either one of two Lincoln University courses, DESN 102 or DESN 103.
If you have an overseas qualification, you can find out more about entry requirements here.
If English isn’t your first language, other entry requirements will apply. Learn more about English language requirements.
Recommended preparation
- Ecology (highly recommended)
- Horticulture
- Environmental Studies
- Geography
- Māori Studies
- Fine arts
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Regulations and fees
Summary of Regulations
All of the following:
- Pass at least 300 credits (courses and studios)
- Pass all compulsory courses
- Complete all the practical work requirements
- Attendance at multi-day field tour
What's it going to cost?
Learn more by using the Domestic Fees Calculator or viewing the International Fees.
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Intake semesters
You can start studying in Semester 1 (late February).
Programme Structure
You must pass all compulsory courses listed below in addition to two elective courses, for a total of 300 credits (courses and studios). You’re also required to complete all the practical work requirements and attend a multi-day field tour.
Year 1
Semester 1 courses
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Semester 1 courses
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{{ 'LASC 211' | except-last-word }} {{ 'LASC 211' | last-word }}
Planting Design and Management
15 credits
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{{ 'ENSC 101' | except-last-word }} {{ 'ENSC 101' | last-word }}
Introduction to Earth and Ecological Sciences
15 credits
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{{ 'LASC 215' | except-last-word }} {{ 'LASC 215' | last-word }}
Landscpe Analysis, Planning and Design
30 credits
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{{ 'LASC 217' | except-last-word }} {{ 'LASC 217' | last-word }}
Design Details
15 credits
Semester 2 courses
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Semester 2 courses
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{{ 'LASC 312' | except-last-word }} {{ 'LASC 312' | last-word }}
Landscape Ecology
15 credits
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{{ 'DESN 301' | except-last-word }} {{ 'DESN 301' | last-word }}
Design Theory
15 credits
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{{ 'LASC 322' | except-last-word }} {{ 'LASC 322' | last-word }}
Sustainable Design and Planning
30 credits
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{{ 'DESN 104' | except-last-word }} {{ 'DESN 104' | last-word }}
History of Design
15 credits
Year 2
Semester 1 courses
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Semester 1 courses
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{{ 'LASC 318' | except-last-word }} {{ 'LASC 318' | last-word }}
Landscape Assessment and Planning
15 credits
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{{ 'LASC 393' | except-last-word }} {{ 'LASC 393' | last-word }}
Practicum: Applied Landscape Practice
15 credits
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{{ 'LASC 406' | except-last-word }} {{ 'LASC 406' | last-word }}
Complex Design
30 credits
Semester 2 courses
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Semester 2 courses
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{{ 'LASC 206' | except-last-word }} {{ 'LASC 206' | last-word }}
Landscape Planting Practice
15 credits
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{{ 'LASC 415' | except-last-word }} {{ 'LASC 415' | last-word }}
Landscape Architecture Professional Practice
15 credits
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{{ 'LASC 409' | except-last-word }} {{ 'LASC 409' | last-word }}
Major Design
30 credits
- Compulsory courses
A course advisor can help you to select your two elective courses. Please check out our courses to see which electives interest you.
Programme contacts
Need more info?
Email us on grow@lincoln.ac.nz
Or call us on 0800 10 60 10
If you're overseas, please call +64 3 423 0000
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