The Landscape Studies MA at the University of Sheffield is designed for those seeking to advance their understanding and practice within the dynamic field of landscape architecture. You will engage with critical contemporary issues in landscape research, planning, and management, developing the advanced academic and professional skills necessary to address complex environmental and social challenges. This postgraduate degree is ideal for individuals with a prior background in landscape architecture who are eager to deepen their expertise and contribute meaningfully to the discipline through rigorous, research-led study.
This one-year, full-time MA is studied on campus, offering a focused and intensive learning experience. You will explore core modules such as Landscape Research as Creative Practice and Advanced Landscape Research, culminating in a substantial dissertation on a topic of your choice. The curriculum also provides opportunities to specialise through optional modules in advanced design, planning, or management, allowing you to tailor your studies. You will graduate with enhanced research capabilities and a sophisticated understanding of landscape issues, prepared for further academic pursuits or professional roles in landscape architecture.