Overview

The Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urbanism programme at the University of British Columbia offers an interdisciplinary approach to shaping the built environment through sustainable and social lenses. Students engage with a curriculum that bridges the gaps between architectural structures, natural landscapes, and urban systems. This comprehensive degree prepares individuals to address complex environmental challenges through creative and critical design thinking.

Why Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urbanism at the University of British Columbia?

Students benefit from learning under an award-winning faculty of internationally recognised experts in the field of design. The School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture provides a low student-to-faculty ratio, ensuring intimate seminar settings and personalised guidance. Facilities include a comprehensive woodworking shop and advanced digital fabrication devices, supporting hands-on exploration. Furthermore, the programme offers unique design-build electives where students execute real-world projects to gain practical experience.

Tuition Fee Breakdown

International fee: CAD 49434 per year
National fee: CAD 9797 per year

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Syllabus

The curriculum is built around a core design studio sequence that progresses from foundational skills to complex spatial synthesis. Modules may include:

Measured Architectural Drawing
Design Thinking
Sustainability by Design
Material Culture
Architectural History
Structural Systems and Supports
Design Theory
Histories in Landscape Architecture
Urbanism by Design

Careers with Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urbanism

Graduates possess a versatile skill set that is highly applicable across various professional design sectors. The interdisciplinary nature of the training allows for diverse career paths in architecture, landscape architecture, and urban design. Additionally, alumni may find opportunities in specialised fields such as lighting design and other allied design industries. The programme’s focus on ecological and social sustainability ensures graduates are well-equipped for modern consultancy and planning roles.

Programme Structure

Courses included:

Measured Architectural Drawing

Design Thinking

Architecture in Context: Vancouver and its Region

Sustainability by Design

Context and Site

Design Studio- Form

Design Media

Material Culture

Architectural History

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 48 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2027-09-02 00:00:00
- Apply before 2027-01-31 00:00:00

Language

English

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IELTS

6.5

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Credits

120 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Vancouver, Canada

Disciplines

Architecture Landscape Architecture Urban Planning View 27 other Bachelors in Urban Planning in Canada

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

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125

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90

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65

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IELTS

6.5

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Other requirements

General requirements

To be admitted to UBC, you must successfully meet the general admission requirements that apply to all applicants, as well as the degree-specific requirements that depend on which country you’re applying from and what degree(s) you’re applying to.

English is the language of instruction at UBC. All prospective students must demonstrate English-language competency prior to admission. There are nine different ways to meet the English Language Admission Standard.

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

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Non-residents

49434 CAD / year

≈ 49434 CAD / year
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Citizens or residents

9797 CAD / year

≈ 9797 CAD / year

Living costs

Vancouver

Canada

1590 - 2686 CAD / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

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