Bachelor Honours Degree Landscape Architecture Full Time

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours)

at University of Canberra · Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

CRICOS course code

110956K

CRICOS provider code

00212K

This course is registered on the Commonwealth Register of Institutions and Courses for Overseas Students. Verify it yourself at cricos.education.gov.au before paying any fee.

Duration

4 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$153,200 total

Per year

A$38,300/yr

Intake

Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul)

About this program

The Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours) at the University of Canberra is a four-year undergraduate degree that prepares students to design, plan and manage outdoor spaces ranging from urban plazas to parks and residential environments. The course covers core topics such as design studio work, site analysis, plant science, landscape management, sustainable technologies and community planning. Students develop creative solutions to environmental and social challenges by engaging with Canberra’s urban landscape and surrounding bushland.

This honours-level degree includes both theoretical units and practical studio-based projects. Years are organised across semesters, each made up of several units of study that carry credit points contributing to graduation requirements. The final year involves an honours research or capstone project, allowing for specialisation in a chosen area under academic supervision. Work-integrated learning is a strong feature; students may work on live projects with local councils, government bodies, or private firms, building industry connections and gaining practical experience.

Throughout the course, students sharpen skills in site analysis, digital design, environmental and cultural assessment, project management, and client communication. The program suits those interested in both creative and environmental aspects of urban and regional design, and is especially relevant for students wanting to learn in Australia’s unique ecologies, including urban settings and bushland.

International students should check the official course page for up-to-date details on English language requirements and the units offered. As a CRICOS-registered degree, it qualifies graduates for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. Students can generally work up to 48 hours per fortnight during teaching periods.

Entry requirements

English: International applicants must evidence English proficiency. IELTS Academic 6.0–6.5 overall is the common undergraduate and coursework-postgraduate standard, rising to 7.0–7.5 for teaching, nursing, medicine, law and social work. TOEFL iBT, PTE Academic, Cambridge C1 Advanced and the university’s own English programmes are accepted as equivalents; the Department of Home Affairs sets a separate English threshold for the Student visa itself.

International students: Registered on CRICOS for international students. A Confirmation of Enrolment (CoE) for this course supports a Student visa (subclass 500) application; Overseas Student Health Cover is required for the full duration.

Career outcomes

Landscape architect in public or private practice
Design consultant specialising in urban spaces or parks
Urban planner with knowledge of environmental and design issues
Project manager on landscape construction teams
Roles in government departments involved in planning, parks or environment
Positions in landscape assessment and land management industries in Australia

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture (Honours) at University of Canberra?

It typically takes 4 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$153,200 total. Fees change yearly — confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Landscape architect in public or private practiceDesign consultant specialising in urban spaces or parksUrban planner with knowledge of environmental and design issuesProject manager on landscape construction teamsRoles in government departments involved in planning, parks or env...

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