Course General Description

Lincoln University's (taught) Master of Landscape Architecture (M.L.A) is available only to graduates of the Bachelor of Landscape (B.L.A) Architecture and is an extension programme for students wanting to add extra value to their education. The M.L.A is accredited by the New Zealand Institute of Landscape Architects (NZILA), 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. This is a 120 credit programme and includes a 40 credit dissertation. Students may take two courses outside the landscape discipline if they choose, to increase their knowledge in ecology, computing, environmental studies and other areas.

School General Description

Lincoln University is a New Zealand university that was formed in 1990 when Lincoln College, Canterbury was made independent of the University of Canterbury. Its undergraduate study areas include agriculture, commerce, computing, engineering, environment, food, forestry, horticulture, hospitality, landscape, Māori planning, property, recreation, sciences, transport and winemaking. Lincoln University has a student population from more than 60 countries. Its primary campus is situated on 50 hectares of land located about 15 km outside the city of Christchurch in Lincoln, Canterbury.