BSC LANDSCAPE MANAGEMENT AND GARDEN CONSTRUCTION ENGINEERING (BUDAPEST) (HUNGARIAN UNIVERSITY OF AGRICULTURE AND LIFE SCIENCES – MATE)
| Name of Faculty | Institute of Landscape Architecture, Budapest |
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Degree |
Bachelor |
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University type |
Public |
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Established |
1797 |
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Language of course |
English
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Erasmus |
Yes |
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Course duration |
7 Semester |
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Intake |
September |
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Total course fee |
17.500 Euro |
Programme Introduction
Landscape managers and garden construction engineers are qualified to work in the fields of landscape and garden construction, maintenance and operation, and to deal with landscape value protection issues.
They must have proper knowledge to improve the quality of the environment.
They are also trained to fill positions in the technical departments of municipalities and specialised authorities. Although landscape managers and garden construction engineers are not licensed landscape architects, they can work on small design tasks, like family gardens.
The aim of the programme is to train professionals in landscape planning, design and garden art who possess creative and design skills; holders of the degree will be practiced in architectural space forming and aesthetic aspects, trained in current ecological, economic and technical aspects, and will be capable of fulfilling the tasks required of the landscape architecture profession, primarily the design of gardens and open spaces.
Structure of studies
The first two years is about providing fundamental knowledge, mainly through lectures in different fields of the profession, though some smaller projects are included in the curriculum. Basic modules provide knowledge in natural sciences, economics and humanities (Drawing, Descriptive Geometry, Botany, Dendrology, Environmental Studies, Public Administration and Law, Economy, Communication).
Core modules include: The Basics of Engineering, The History of Landscape, Urban and Garden Architecture, Architecture, Geodesy and Landscaping, Garden and Open Space Architecture, GIS and CAD, Nature Protection, Landscape Planning, Environmental Protection, Urban Architecture and Urban Planning, Urban and Green Surface Management, Plant Protection of Green Surfaces, Road and Public Works Construction.
In the 5th semester, students specialise in three directions: “A” Garden construction: Garden and Open Space Architecture, Construction, Green Surface Maintenance, Urban Protection.
“B” Landscape management: Landscape and Micro Regional Development, Landscape Protection and Rehabilitation, Landscape Architecture and Maintenance, Water Management.
“C” Urban management: Public Space Construction and Maintenance, Urban Leadership and Management, Communal Economy.
The 5th and 6th semesters are mainly studio projects in which students work on individual projects under a teacher’s supervision (e.g. typical tasks in the “A” garden construction specialisation: Grading plan for a residential garden; Complete landscape development plan for a residential garden). The 6th semester includes a two-week design studio, during which students work on a bigger project (e.g. courtyards of a larger housing compound).
7th semester – 12 weeks professional practice
E.g. “A” garden construction specialisation:
6 weeks at a landscape construction company
6 weeks at a landscape architectural company
Final exam:
The final exam consists of two parts:
- a) complex professional exam and
- b) defence of the degree thesis
Language requirements of the course
Accepted proof of proficiency: FCE or CAE, IELTS 6+ or TOEFL 79+
Certificate of secondary education accomplished in English may also be taken into account.
Bachelor’s degrees from English-speaking countries are also acceptable.
Applicants need to present an official (duly signed and stamped) justification that the medium of instruction for the applicant’s entire study programme was English.
Academic requirements of the course
Secondary school leaving certificate, min. B2 level of English
