ObjectivesLandscape Architecture encompasses the design, planning and management of the urban and rural environment. Landscape architects are uniquely positioned to make a positive contribution to improving the quality of outdoor places, combining skills in design with a thorough understanding of environmental sustainability and social challenges. The Department of Landscape at Sheffield is at the forefront of landscape architecture education and research in the UK. Our multi-disciplinary courses are designed to meet the needs of the modern landscape architecture profession, combining a creative and imaginative approach to design with an understanding of the social and environmental context. No other UK department offers comprehensive training in landscape architecture with a specialism in either planning or ecology. Course content is rich and diverse, focused on real landscape projects developed through experiment and discussion in the design studio. These projects support a thorough academic programme and professional preparation. The Landscape Architecture with Ecology option is designed to train Landscape architects with skills in ecology and habitat restoration, with a specific focus on the techniques of working in urban regeneration and development. These include pioneering work on green technologies such as sustainable urban drainage, green roofs and brownfield restoration, linking directly to research expertise in the department. Sheffield itself is an inspiring context for study, featuring large-scale urban renewal and development, both in the city centre and residential areas. Located at the junction of lowland and upland Britain, it is also famous for its proximity to the Peak District, providing a wide diversity of habitats, geological formations and vegetation. Students undertake field trips locally, nationally, and to other European countries. Mature students welcome, especially with landscape or horticultural work experience.
Entry requirementsEntry requirements -GCE/VCE A Levels - BBC -BTEC Level N - 1 Distinction and 2 Merits -Two GCE A Levels plus two GCE AS Levels - BC+BB -Scottish Highers - BBBB -Irish Leaving Cert. - ABBBB -International Baccalaureate - 30 points -Core Requirements - GCE A Level Biology preferred or good Science GCSE
Academic titleBSc Landscape Architecture with Ecology
Course descriptionOur students usually select from a range of compulsory and optional modules to add up to 120 credits.
Some departments offer courses that don't feature optional modules whereas other courses are fully flexible.
Important notice :
This is a list of modules that have been offered in the past. We expect similar modules to be offered for courses starting in 2009.
This information is provided for illustration only and you should check with the department directly when applying to confirm module options.
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Typical First Year Modules
Module/Unit Credits
Introductory Landscape Design Studio 20
The Making of Urban Places 20
Ecosystems and Environmental Change 10
Introduction to Landscape Planning 10
Landscape Design Studio Project 10
Landscape Processes 10
Population and Community Ecology 10
Theories and Histories of Landscape Architecture 10
What is Landscape Architecture? 10
Typical Second Year Modules
Module/Unit Credits
Design Studio - From Concept to Detail 20
Introduction to Landscape Construction 10
Introduction to Planting Design 10
Landscape Ecology 10
Plant Population and Community Ecology 10
Social Aspects of Design 10
Sustainable Urban Environments - Principles and Practice 10
Techniques in Landscape 1 10
Techniques in Landscape 2 10
Typical Third Year Modules
Module/Unit Credits
Advanced Ecological Design and Management 10
Advanced Planting Design 10
Ecological Design Project 10
Environmental Assessment 10
Integrated Design Project 1 10
Integrated Design Project 2 10
Land Contamination, Restoration and Revegetation 10