Architecture courses

Unitec Institute of Technology

Master Of Landscape Architecture in Unitec Institute of Technology

  • Duration : 2 Years
  • Intake : February - July
  • Level : Postgraduate
  • Tuition & fees : $ 26,000 Per Year
  • IELTS : 6.5
  • TOEFL : 79
  • PTE : 58


About Master Of Landscape Architecture in Unitec Institute of Technology

Programme overview

Are you currently practicing in the field of landscape architecture, architecture or design, or do you have a degree in landscape architecture? The Master of Landscape Architecture is a qualification for people who have practiced or studied in one of these areas and want to advance their skills and explore an area of their interest. In this master's by project, you’ll advance your knowledge of current design techniques, and learn to present your work effectively to interdisciplinary audiences.

The Master of Landscape Architecture offers landscape architects and graduates the chance to carve out a particular focus of investigation. It's a 'research through design' programme created to contribute to the landscape design discipline as well as your own professional development. The key outcome of this programme is a master level project that demonstrates your specialised skill and/or knowledge in your area of chosen expertise.

There are three possible pathways through the master's, each with an emphasis on developing hands-on experience:

  • Develop a research proposal focusing on a specific area that you’re passionate about
  • Work with a member of our faculty to develop a collaborative research project
  • Develop a research project with a leading Auckland landscape practice

Highlights

  • 24 hour access to workspaces for full-time students in our refurbished studio
  • Access to quality digital design tools
  • Can enable practicing landscape architects to study part-time, learn new techniques, sharpen their design skills and keep abreast of current theory
  • Focus on practical projects: the degree is "by project", which means that you undertake a project based on an aspect of your landscape architecture practice to date
  • No coursework
  • Collaborative approach: the Master of Landscape Architecture together with the Master of Architecture, is part of a suite of design programmes at Unitec. Students in both programmes get together for seminars and workshops in order to foster collaboration, new ideas and new approaches to interdisciplinary practice.
  • Interaction and feedback with international academics and practitioners

Career Options

  • Landscape architectural design leader, design educator and design researchers
  • Architect and others who wish to develop landscape architectural design capabilities.

Academic qualification equivalents

  • A recognised degree, a professional qualification in a relevant discipline or the ability to demonstrate competencies equivalent to the above

English language requirements (one of the below):

  • IELTS      :        6.5 with a min band score of 6 (reading and writing) and 5.5 (speaking and listening)
  • TOEFL    :       Score of 79 (writing 21)
  • PTE         :       58 with score of at least 50 (reading & writing) and 42 (speaking & listening)

Unitec Institute of Technology Tuition Fees

Courses Duration Tuition Fees
Medicine and HealthCare (1 Courses) 3 year NZD 22056
Engineering (4 Courses) 2 Year - 3 Year NZD 22489 - NZD 22714
Science (2 Courses) 2 Year - 3 Year NZD 21200 - NZD 23150
Arts (1 Courses) 3 year NZD 22056
Information Technology (IT) (4 Courses) 1 Year - 3 Year NZD 20145 - NZD 23150
Banking & Finance (1 Courses) 12 month NZD 19992
Management (3 Courses) 2 year NZD 22277 - NZD 23150

New Zealand Living Expenses

In addition to your tuition and insurance fees, you will need between $20,000 and $25,000 per year ($380–480 per week) for accommodation/rent, food expenses, transportation costs, phone bills, internet usage and entertainment. No matter what your tuition or course fee is, the average living expense will be same for everyone. Please note that these amounts are just recommendations, Immigration New Zealand requirement is $15,000 per year plus return airfare or additional $2,000.

General expenses Cost
(in NZ dollars)
Rent (per month) $800–$950
Groceries (per week) $100–$150
Gym membership (per year) $300
Entertainment (per week) $50
Milk (per litre) $3
Coca Cola (per can) $2
Cup of Coffee $3–$5
Lunch from University food hall or campus café $7–$12
Local calls made from a cell-phone $0.50–$1.50
Taxi - 5 km ride $10–$12
Movie ticket $10–$14
Visit to doctor $45–$85

Know more about Studying in New Zealand

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Average Accomodation & Food Costs in New Zealand NZD 1250 Per Month
Entrance Exams in New Zealand TOEFL: 74 | IELTS: 6 |PTE: 53
Work and Study in New Zealand Permitted for 20 hours/week with a valid study permit.
Post Study Work Permit in New Zealand One to Three Years Depending on the Region.
Cost of Student Visa in New Zealand NZD 295
Student Visa in New Zealand If a student wants to study full time in New Zealand for more than three months, and is willing to pay the full cost of the course, Fee-Paying Student Visa is for him/her.
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Fees components - (1st year Fees and expense)

Tuition & fees :

$ 26,000

Total

$ 26,000