Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urbanism

Take your passion for design and urban environments to the next level in UBC’s Design in Architecture, Landscape Architecture and Urbanism program. Through small studios and intimate seminars, you’ll learn how design impacts society and the environment, and how the shaping of space can effect cultural change.

Why this program?

• Study with an award-winning faculty of internationally renowned experts
• Learn in small studios and intimate seminars that allow for low student-to-faculty ratios
• Gain practical experience and mentorship in active design-build projects

English-language requirements

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

General admission requirements

• Graduation from high school
• Minimum of 70% in Grade 11 or Grade 12 English (or their equivalents)
• At least six academic/non-academic Grade 12 courses (recommended, but not required)

UBC considers your grades in all academic Grade 11 and Grade 12 classes, paying special attention to courses that relate to the degree you’re applying to.

Degree-specific requirements: Design in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urbanism

Grade 12

• A Grade 12 English
• Supplemental submission (video interview, creative test, and resume)

Related courses

The following subject categories are particularly relevant for this degree. Consider taking courses in these areas in Grade 11 and Grade 12.

• Language Arts
• Social Studies (Geography and/or History courses in particular)
• Visual and Performing Arts