About the course

The professional Master of Landscape Architecture (MLA) degree, for students new to the discipline, uses intensive studio-based courses to address the design challenges facing urban landscapes today. Complementary lecture and seminar courses in history, theory, technology, and environmental studies provide comprehensive professional training and serve as a forum to examine landscape architecture’s synthetic role in design and planning at scales ranging from the garden to the region.

　　The 2-year option within the MLA program is accredited by the Landscape Architecture Accreditation Council. Graduates are eligible to begin the process of professional licensure to become a Landscape Architect in North America. The qualification is also transferable to many other countries and regions, students are advised to inquire with their local licensing body. 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
Fall (September), 2024	Toronto
Fall (September), 2025	Toronto

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Toronto

An appropriate bachelor's degree in landscape architecture, architecture, architectural studies, or environmental design, or a comparable degree focusing on the design of landscapes and the built environment.

　　Admission is based on the merits of the applicant's overall academic background and strength of design portfolio as evaluated by the admissions committee.

　　Admission to the advanced-standing option depends upon the student's previous coursework exempting them Year 1 of the MLA curriculum. If the student's coursework does not satisfy the Year 1 requirements, they may be considered for the 3-year option.

　　Minimum previous completion of three design studio courses, two courses in digital visual representation (including Rhinoceros, Illustrator, Laser Cutting), two courses in landscape architecture history and theory (one in 20th-century), and two courses in landscape architecture site engineering (i.e., site grading) and planting design, horticulture, urban ecology, or forest ecology.

　　IELTS - Minimum required score 7.0 (Academic) with at least 6.5 for each component. TOEFL IBT - Overall Score - 93, Writing and Speaking- 22, TOEFL Paper-based Test and TWE - Overall Score 580 TWE 5 , Certificate of Proficiency in English (COPE) - Required score - 76 (with at least 22 in each component and 32 in the writing component)

　　

English language requirements

　　7.0

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Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Toronto. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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