Master of Landscape Architecture - MLA Entry requirements

A two‑year MLA blending studio practice with real‑world landscapes around Limerick, preparing students for global, accredited landscape architecture careers.

Key information

EU fees per year €8,200

Non-EU fees per year €20,800

NFQ Level NFQ Level 9

Duration Two years

Attendance Full-time

Programme type Taught

Delivery In-person

Start date September

Award Masters

Requirements

A first or second-class Level 8 honours degree (NFQ or equivalent) in landscape architecture or a related discipline such as architecture, design, fine art, geography, environmental science, planning, ecology, horticulture, civil engineering, or similar.

A strong interest in landscape architecture and evidence of creative aptitude.

Submit 3 separate PDFs as follows:

CV (max 3 pages)
Personal statement (300 words)
Describe your interest in Landscape Architecture?
What of your previous experiences (academic, professional and self-directed) has led you to Landscape Architecture?
Portfolio of creative work (15–20 pages, digital format)
This should be sourced from your own work produced during a relevant first degree, relevant professional experience, or through extra-curricular activities or self-led projects. If you would like an informal conversation in advance of preparing this part of the application, please contact the Course Director anna.ryan.moloney@ul.ie

Other entry considerations

We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet the standard entry requirements, as long as you can demonstrate a creative aptitude.

At UL, we value all kinds of learning and support different ways to qualify through our Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL) policy.

International students

For details on country-specific qualifications visit postgraduate entry requirements for international students.

English Language:

English Language Competency certificate
For details on accepted language qualifications visit English Language Requirements

Guidelines on completing your application

To make sure we can review your application quickly, please:
Upload all documents. Your application can’t be reviewed until we have all the documents on the checklist. 
Title the documents you are uploading. For example, "Personal Statement", "Undergraduate Transcript", "Postgraduate Transcript", "English Language Certificate" etc. 
*If you are waiting to graduate, submit your application with the documents you have to date, you don’t need to have finished final exams before applying.