Study location	Hungary, Budapest
Type	Bachelor, full-time
Nominal duration	7 semesters
Study language	English
Awards	BSc (BSc in Landscape Management and Garden Construction)
Course code	Agricultural Science

Tuition fee	€2,500 per semester
Application fee	€100 one-time

Entry qualification

High school / secondary education (or higher) The entry qualification documents are accepted in the following languages: English. Often you can get a suitable transcript from your school. If this is not the case, you will need official translations along with verified copies of the original. You must take the original entry qualification documents along with you when you finally go to the university.

Language requirements

English 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.

Other requirements	A motivation letter must be added to your application. High school leaving certificate and transcript of records Proof of English knowledge letter of motivation outlining your reasons for choosing the course medical certificate (issued not earlier than 1 January 2025!) CV Specific requirements for Non-EU applicants: Proof of accommodation Student visa

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Overview

Description

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.

Degree: Landscape and Garden Engineer

Programme structure

Detailed programme schedule:

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

Model curriculum:
Find your programme in the table at the link below and click on the PDF

en.uni-mate.hu/bsc-and-msc-programmes-in-english

Career opportunities

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.