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BA (Hons) Landscape Architecture with Urban Design with a Foundation Year

Birmingham City University, United Kingdom
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Course Overview

This course combines the study of landscape architecture with urban design, providing you with a comprehensive understanding of the interrelationship between landscapes and cities. You will learn about the physical, social and environmental aspects of both disciplines, and how they can be used to create sustainable, resilient and liveable spaces. The foundation year provides a solid grounding in the fundamentals of design, with modules covering topics such as visual culture, design principles and creative thinking. This course is ideal for those who want to pursue a career in landscape architecture or urban design, but may not have the traditional qualifications or experience.

Additional Information

Our students benefit from our strong industry connections, with guest lectures and workshops from leading professionals in the field. You will also have access to state-of-the-art facilities, including a dedicated landscape architecture studio and urban design laboratory. Our graduates go on to work for top architectural firms, local authorities and non-profit organizations, making a positive impact on their communities through sustainable and innovative landscapes and cities.

Unlock Your Potential at Birmingham City University - Where Landscape Architecture and Urban Design Meet

Birmingham City University is one of the leading providers of landscape architecture and urban design education in the UK. Our expert staff have extensive industry experience and are passionate about helping students achieve their full potential. The university's central location provides easy access to a diverse range of landscapes, from green spaces in the city to rural areas just a short train ride away. Plus, our strong connections with local practitioners mean you will have plenty of opportunities for work experience and networking.

Why You Should Study This Course

Studying a Foundation within Birmingham School of Architecture and Design is about ideas, concepts, and creativity integrating various disciplines. This additional year has been designed to give you the skills needed to ensure youre successful on the BA (Hons) Landscape Architecture with Urban Design course. In this foundation year, you will be working on a multidisciplinary basis with students on different courses from the School, giving you the opportunity to experience a dynamic learning environment that embraces our ethos. After successful completion of your foundation year, you will progress onto the BA (Hons) Landscape Architecture with Urban Design degree.

General Eligibility

88 UCAS tariff points.

Part Time Work Details

20 Hours of Work permit weekly for international students.

What You'll Study

1 Foundation Year
  • Communication Skills

  • Design Disciplines

  • Design Techniques

  • Place, Space and Objects

  • Presentation Techniques

  • Professional and Academic Development

2 Placement Year
  • Professional Placement Year

3 Year 1
  • Inspiration

  • Skills

  • Influence

  • Components

  • Formation

4 Year 2

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 100 credits):

  • Urban Character

  • Context

  • Praxis

  • Urban Design

  • Sustainable Urban Futures

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete at least 20 credits from the following list of OPTIONAL modules.

  • Collaborative Practice

  • Live Project

5 Year 3

In order to complete this course a student must successfully complete all the following CORE modules (totalling 120 credits):

  • Major Project: Landscape Architecture

  • Professionalism

  • Major Design: Define

  • Major Design: Deliver Urban Design

Language Requirement

The IELTS score for international applicants is 6.0 (with no less than 5.5 in each component).

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For any enquiries or further details, please don't hesitate to contact us. Let's take the next step in your academic journey together.

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