About the course

The Master of Advanced Studies in Landscape Architecture (MASLA) is a post-professional research degree offered in a two-year curriculum. Students work in independent research-based studies in collaboration with faculty members engaged in certain research themes. This immersive program is for those who wish to synthesize existing knowledge in landscape architecture and progress contemporary concepts in the field. Within the wider University community, students immerse themselves in a focused research environment enriched by resources and support from related disciplines such as community and regional planning, civil engineering, geography, and art history, visual and theory. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 2 Year(s)Fees: Not available

Intake	Location
Term 2 (January), 2024	Vancouver
Term 1 (September), 2024	Vancouver
Term 2 (January), 2025	Vancouver
Term 1 (September), 2025	Vancouver
Term 2 (January), 2026	Vancouver

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of British Columbia

You must hold a professional degree in landscape architecture or a degree in a related field in combination with experience relevant to graduate studies in landscape architecture. If you have completed your degree at a Canadian or American university, you must have a B+ average in your third- and fourth-year-level coursework. If you completed your degree at an international university, you must have a B+ average in all coursework.

　　The minimum scores are:

　　TOEFL - 100 iBT or 600 paper based

　　IELTS - Overall band score of 7.0 with a minimum score of 6.5 in each component of the academic (not general) test.

　　While not required, you may submit GRE results as additional evidence of scholastic promise and aptitude

　　A summary of your experiences in education, work, travel, volunteering, and other relevant areas. The maximum length is two pages, single spaced. A one- to two-page written statement outlining your research interests and aspirations. Your portfolio is submitted digitally in your online application. You must upload scans of official transcripts from all post-secondary institutions previously attended, including transcripts from universities attended on exchange. You must arrange for three letters of reference, two of which should be academic and speak to your past performance and ability to succeed in a graduate program. Referees submit their letters through the online application system.

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

　　Overall IELTS band score

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 100.0

　　

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