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Bachelor of Landscape Architecture

Bachelor of Landscape Architecture

MQA/FA 1616 (R2/581/6/0022)
Intakes: March, June and October November Semester
Mode of Study: Full Time
Duration: 3 years
Credits: 125
Level of Study:
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About This Programme

The Bachelor of Landscape Architecture programme allows students to learn creatively and technically via lectures, workshop, site visits, lab works, field trips and seminar. Bachelor of Landscape Architecture offers students vast opportunities in designing both man made and living environment using variety of elements in design. Landscape Architecture applies appropriate 'building blocks' such as hardscape and softscape to create various outdoor or indoor spatial environment to ensure fulfilment of functionality, practicality, balance, aesthetics and consideration of human users-the behaviour and their needs. Presently, Landscape Architecture role is becoming increasingly important and is frequently alongside with many design professionals and technical experts in the architecture field and the built environment industry.

Is this programme for me?

If you have interest in designs and are sensitive to the quality of the outdoor environment, you are suited for this programme.

In addition to that, good drawing skills are also essential.

Dealing with the outdoor space, you have to be creative, innovative, sensitive and effective as you do not only create spaces that are pleasant to the eye but also an environment that is safe and sustainable.

What will I learn?

This is a design based programme so students will be exposed to design projects in various fields including residential, parks, recreational design, community design, urban design, ecological, conservation and others.

The learning process involves design studio, site visits, hand drawing, computer programmes and creating models

What should I expect?

Students will be engaged with academic experts and industry practitioners by accessing their design projects throughout the semesters. This programme requires students to undergo internships to expose them to various fields and as a preparation for becoming Landscape Architects in the future.

What are the career prospects?

Landscape Architect is the main profession after graduating from this programme.

Landscape Architects are employed in three sectors:

  • Public
  • Private
  • Academic

Besides Landscape Architects, there are various other professions such as:

  • Landscape Architect

  • Researcher

  • Landscape Consultant

  • Landscape Contractor

  • Park and Recreation Manager

  • Theme Park Designer

  • Project Manager

  • Nursery Manager

  • Site Supervisor

How much will I make?

The average salary for fresh graduates ranges from RM 2,000 to RM 3,000. However, the range differs based on student’s skills, experience and their ability.

The salary for Senior Landscape Architects would range from RM 5,000 to RM 7,000.

Did you know?

There are only six institutions that offers this programme, the Bachelor of Landscape Architecture. IUKL is one of them.

How is the programme here different compared to the other institutions? The programme structure itself, emphasizing on sustainable designs, constructions and technology, innovation as well as management.

A word of advice

Be sensitive with the outdoor environment since you are the 'steward of the land' in the future. Being passionate towards the landscape will drive you to succeed.

Landscape Architecture is not about planting trees and Landscape Architects are not glorified gardeners. The scope is beyond that.

Check If You Are Eligible

Minimum Entry Requirements:

  1. Pass STPM or GCE 'A" Level with minimum of 2 principles OR;
  2. Pass UEC with a minimum of Gred B in 5 Subjects OR:
  3. Pass in Diploma in Landscape Architecture from recognised higher institution with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 OR;
  4. Pass in Diploma from a recognised higher institution with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 OR;
  5. Pass in Matriculation/Foundation from recognised higher institution with a minimum CGPA of 2.00 OR; Other equivalent qualifications recognised by the Malaysian Government. Additional requirements:
  6. Drawing TEst/ Portfolio needed if without a Pass in Drawing subjects.
UEC: United Examination Certificate,
HND: Higher National Diploma,
SAM: South Australian Matriculation,
HSC: Higher School Certificate,
AUSMAT: Australian Matriculation,
CPU: Canadian Pre-University,
CIMP: Canadian International Matriculation Programme,
IB: International Baccalaureate Diploma,
STPM: Sijil Tinggi Persekolahan Malaysia,
SPM: Sijil Peperiksaan Malaysia
ENGLISH LANGUAGE REQUIREMENT
IELTS 5
TOEFL (PBT) 42
PTE 47
MUET BAND 3
Cambridge English 154

What Will You Learn?

Year 1

Principles of Design, Basic Design, Plants in the Tropic, Intoduction to Landscape Architecture, Landscape History, Horticulture and Nursery, 2D Drawings and Documentation, 3D Drawings and Presentation, Verbal Presentation Techniques, Landscape Architecture Drawings and Modelling, MPU U1 & U2 Subjects

Year 2

Park and Recreational Design, Community Design, Landscape Construction Materials, Landscape Structure and Construction Method,  Landscape Ecology, Landscape Remediation, Cultural and Heritage Landscape, Measured Drawings, MPU U3 & U4 Subjects

Year 3

Urban Design, Independent Design, Sustainable Landscape Construction and Technology, Professional Practice, Research Method, Topical Studies, Industrial Training, History of Architecture, Language, Interactive Skills

HOW MUCH YOU NEED TO PAY

OUR SUCCESS STORY

  • At IUKL we have students from all over the world. This is good for international communication practice. We have a mix of many nationalities but still you feel comfortable and safe at the same time. I used to live in the hostel when I did my diploma. The security is guaranteed since they use thumb print access. No strangers are allowed and the students privacy is assured. I’ve participated in a few competitions. It is a good exposure for me as a student. I get to know people from other universities and share ideas with them. I learnt a lot by taking part in competitions and that is when the real practice comes in.
    Che Nurul Shahida Binti Che Salmi
    Che Nurul Shahida Binti Che Salmi
    Malaysia
    Alumni
  • It was indeed a smooth sailing journey for me before I WAS officially accepted as a IUKL student. The application process was completed within a month. The living cost in Malaysia is very affordable. Furthermore, Malaysians are very friendly and supportive. There is so much that I have learned from my lectures, from planning, drawing, designing and implementing the whole idea. The lecturers are very insightful and that is one of the reasons I love my studies very much. They inspire me to be better, work harder and contribute more.
    Jibraan Ibne Feroze Mohanuth
    Mauritius
    International Students
  • I was able to maximize the credit transfer since I was a progression student. I skipped year 1 for the degree and am expecting to complete my studies within 2 years. I love the environment in IUKL. The campus is big and there is a lot to explore. Facilities wise, it is up to the standard. The library provides up-to-date reference materials. I stay in the hostel which is well equipped. Security is guaranteed since entry is through thumb print access. All the facilities are also accessible within walking distance.
    Nurhafiza Binti Hamdan
    Nurhafiza Binti Hamdan
    Malaysia
  • Malaysia is a nice and safe country with many beautiful places to visit. It has nice, warm and tropical climate. Studying in IUKL is an amazing experience. It has good infrastructure. The lecturers are nice and ready to help me at any time. Through the programme I am currently taking, I learn many things like building models, presentations and group work.
    Rutty Oudeshsingh
    Mauritius
    International Students

CAREER CHOICES

Graduates will be able to work immediately after completing their bachelor degree, in these positions:

  • Landscape Architects
  • Project Coordinators
  • Site Supervisors / Site Inspectors
  • Freelance Designers
  • Project Managers

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