Master of Landscape Architecture at UWA – 3 Years

Master's Degree Landscape Architecture Full Time

Master of Landscape Architecture

at University of Western Australia · Perth, Western Australia

CRICOS course code

084739F

CRICOS provider code

00126G

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

3 years

Tuition (whole course)

A$143,100 total

Per year

A$47,700/yr

Intake

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

About this program

The Master of Landscape Architecture at the University of Western Australia is intended for those who want to specialise in the planning, design, and management of outdoor spaces. Over three years, students typically complete a series of core and elective units, building up credit points as they progress. Units cover topics such as site analysis, sustainable landscape design, urban ecology, and construction technology. All units add up to the total required credit points for graduation and are structured by semester, ensuring concepts are introduced and developed in a logical sequence.

Australian qualifications at this level often include opportunities for hands-on learning. Students may undertake a capstone design studio or research thesis in their final year. Many courses like this one also offer work-integrated learning through placements or industry projects, where students gain practical experience with local governments, design consultancies, or community organisations in Perth and Western Australia. This is a chance to work on real-world projects, developing skills in consultation, digital modelling, and construction documentation.

By completing this degree, students learn to integrate ecological, social, and aesthetic considerations into functional design solutions. They develop proficiency in landscape analysis, drafting, and project management, skills central to professional practice in Australia. The degree is best suited to those interested in both creative and technical aspects of landscape architecture, whether transitioning from another area or building on undergraduate studies in design or related fields.

International students are reminded that evidence of English proficiency is required, with several accepted tests. The course’s CRICOS code is 084739F, and information on tuition fees should be confirmed via the official CRICOS register. While studying, students are allowed to work up to 48 hours per fortnight, and graduates may also be eligible for the Temporary Graduate visa (subclass 485) post-study work stream. For the most current admission and course details, refer to the university’s official page.

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 private consulting firms and design studios
Urban designer working with local councils or state planning departments
Environmental planner supporting infrastructure and regeneration projects
Project manager for parklands, recreation spaces and public domain works
Roles in horticulture, restoration ecology, or landscape management teams
Employment with Australian government agencies or NGOs focused on sustainability

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Master of Landscape Architecture at University of Western Australia?

It typically takes 3 years, with intakes in Semester 1 (Feb/Mar), Semester 2 (Jul).

How much is the tuition?

Tuition is around A$143,100 total. Fees change yearly, confirm with an advisor.

What are the career outcomes?

Landscape architect in private consulting firms and design studiosUrban designer working with local councils or state planning departmentsEnvironmental planner supporting infrastructure and regeneration projectsProject manager for parklands, recreation spaces and public domain wo...

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