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MAS-Programm "Landscape Architecture"
Last Updated: 2026-02-05 15:14:04
Abstract
In addressing the large scale of the architecture of landscapes, the programme undertakes an environmentally orientated renovation of the discipline of architecture in both design and theory. Emphasis within the programme on landscape video will also help provide a strong analytical basis in both, the design studio and the theory seminar.
Objective
English - The capacity to produce innovative landscape design together with an understanding for spatial conceptualisation at a variety of scales - Improved knowledge of the theory and history of landscape architecture, including critical thinking - The ability to develop new techniques for representation and communication incorporating new media - A broader understanding of processes in urban nature and the influence of time as the fourth component of spatial design - Knowledge of contemporary techniques in landscape and garden design.
Content
The Master of Advanced Studies in Landscape Architecture (MAS LA) is a one-year full time postgraduate diploma programme delivered in English. It deals mainly with a scale of landscape that is between that of project design and landscape planning. The focus is on peripheral landscapes and their integration into our cities. Open spaces form fundamental elements of public live in cities. In the context of the MAS LA these are discussed and developed in respect to their contemporary functional, ecological and aesthetic potentials. Language: English, contact hours: 600 h.
General Information
- Language
- English
- Levels
- NDS
- Frequency
- Yearly recurring
Examination
- Type
- no performance assessment
Course Components
| Type | Title | Time & Place | Hours |
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| colloquium |
MAS-Programme "Landscape Architecture"
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No time listed | 16 h weekly |
Offered In
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MAS in Landscape Architecture (The Master of Advanced Studies in Landscape Architecture is a one-year full time postgraduate diploma programme delivered in English. It deals mainly with a scale of landscape that is between that of project design and landscape planning. The focus is on peripheral landscapes and their integration into our cities. In the context of the MAS LA these are discussed and developed in respect to their contemporary functional, ecologial and aesthetic potentials. Language: English, contact hours: 600h. For further information please visit: )
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MAS Program (The programme is a one-year full time master progamme, structured a-round two main poles: a landscape design studio (laboratory), and a theory seminar (oratory). Emphasis within the programme on Landscape Video will also help provide a strong analytical basis in both theory and design. The studios are held during the semester from Tuesday to Friday. The programme will conclude with an individual thesis work.)
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