Landscape Architecture Design Thesis (ABPL90375)
Graduate courseworkPoints: 25On Campus (Parkville)
About this subject
Contact information
Semester 1
Semester 1:
Sidh Sintusingha
ssint@unimelb.edu.au
Semester 2
Overview
| Availability | Semester 1 Semester 2 |
|---|---|
| Fees | Look up fees |
This subject is the culmination of each student's studies in Master of Landscape Architecture. Students will be offered a studio thematic which provides scope for an original approach to design synthesis in landscape architecture, which is based on research and critical thinking. These studios may offer an interdisciplinary experience with students working alongside others in a parallel design discipline.
Students will be expected to demonstrate mastery of design resolution, conceptual engagement and aesthetic expression.
With course coordinator approval, high-achieving students may undertake the Landscape Architecture Design Thesis as an individually supervised design investigation. Similarly, under exceptional circumstances and with course coordinator approval, the Design Thesis may be undertaken as a written thesis.
Prescribed software tools
Drafting and modelling software
Image editing software
Vector editing software
Layout software
Details of software availability and pricing are captured at: https://msd.unimelb.edu.au/current-students/student-experience/it-support
Intended learning outcomes
On completion of the subject, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate a capacity to make a contribution to the existing body of knowledge in landscape architectural theory and practice;
- Demonstrate critical awareness of how their chosen specialisation contributes to this body of knowledge;
- Demonstrate an understanding of design as a form of research enquiry.
Generic skills
- Written, verbal and graphic presentation of ideas
- Correct use of design terminology
- Ability to analyse social and cultural contexts
- Critical thinking and analysis
- Creative response to complex problems
- Ability to select the appropriate design approach
Last updated: 2 April 2025
Eligibility and requirements
Prerequisites
Admission into one of the following:
- MC-LARCH Master of Landscape Architecture
- MC-LARCH2Y Master of Landscape Architecture
- MC-LARCH3Y Master of Landscape Architecture
AND
One of
| Code | Name | Teaching period | Credit Points |
|---|---|---|---|
| ABPL90072 | Landscape Studio 5:Sustainable Urbanism |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
| ABPL90273 | Urban Design Studio B |
Semester 2 (On Campus - Parkville)
Semester 1 (On Campus - Parkville)
|
25 |
Corequisites
None
Non-allowed subjects
None
Inherent requirements (core participation requirements)
The University of Melbourne is committed to providing students with reasonable adjustments to assessment and participation under the Disability Standards for Education (2005), and the Assessment and Results Policy (MPF1326). Students are expected to meet the core participation requirements for their course. These can be viewed under Entry and Participation Requirements for the course outlines in the Handbook.
Further details on how to seek academic adjustments can be found on the Student Equity and Disability Support website: http://services.unimelb.edu.au/student-equity/home
Last updated: 2 April 2025
Assessment
| Description | Timing | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
Assignment 1: Written, graphic and verbal presentation of design concept, analytical work and design explorations
| Week 7 | 30% |
Assignment 2: Written, graphic and verbal presentation of final design proposal. This will include exhibition panels and an accompanying document
| End of semester | 70% |
Last updated: 2 April 2025
Dates & times
- Semester 1
Principal coordinator Sidh Sintusingha Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 2 x 3 hour studio per week Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 3 March 2025 to 1 June 2025 Last self-enrol date 14 March 2025 Census date 31 March 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 9 May 2025 Assessment period ends 27 June 2025 Semester 1 contact information
Semester 1:
Sidh Sintusingha
ssint@unimelb.edu.au - Semester 2
Principal coordinator Jillian Walliss Mode of delivery On Campus (Parkville) Contact hours 2 x 3 hour studio per week Total time commitment 340 hours Teaching period 28 July 2025 to 26 October 2025 Last self-enrol date 8 August 2025 Census date 1 September 2025 Last date to withdraw without fail 26 September 2025 Assessment period ends 21 November 2025 Semester 2 contact information
Time commitment details
340 hours
What do these dates mean
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Last updated: 2 April 2025
Further information
- Texts
- Available through the Community Access Program
About the Community Access Program (CAP)
This subject is available through the Community Access Program (also called Single Subject Studies) which allows you to enrol in single subjects offered by the University of Melbourne, without the commitment required to complete a whole degree.
Please note Single Subject Studies via Community Access Program is not available to student visa holders or applicants
Entry requirements including prerequisites may apply. Please refer to the CAP applications page for further information.
- Available to Study Abroad and/or Study Exchange Students
Last updated: 2 April 2025