MASLA ADMISSIONS
The information below provides a general overview of the admission requirements for the MASLA program. Students should, however, make themselves familiar with the requirements, rules and regulations of the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
The MASLA program accepts students 2 times per year.
September Start:
The deadline for submitting admission packages to the Program and the University is January 6 each year. Late applications are not accepted.
January Start:
The deadline for submitting admission packages to the Program and the University is June 1 each year. Late applications are not accepted.
Application Form
A completed online application form for the Faculty of Graduate Studies at the University of British Columbia, along with the non-refundable fee.
See www.grad.ubc.ca/apply/online/ for Grad Studies electronic application.
Resume
Applicants are asked to submit a short resume [maximum of 3 pages] outlining your educational background, work and volunteer experiences, creative interests and hobbies, and travel experiences.
Statement of Research Interests and Intents
MASLA applicants are expected to provide a statement, in the form of a letter to the Graduate Advisor they have chosen, outlining their research interests and aspirations. The letter should identify how the applicant's work experience, readings, and related activities have influenced their chosen research pursuit. Applicant’s should;
• articulate your academic goals;
• summarize any relevant prior work in the field;
• outline your proposed research approach, overall research question if possible;
• provide some indication why you believe the research is useful or important.
• list Professors (maximum 3) in field(s) of research interest
Example[s] of Creative Works
Students should submit a minimum of one and a maximum of 3 examples of creative works [limited to 20 pages in total]. Creative works should include at least one example of writing and research ability. Please clearly identify creative works in your submission. Students who are accepted may be asked to supply additional examples of creative works in order to be considered for teaching assistantships.
Transcripts
Two copies of official Transcripts from ALL post-secondary institutions the applicant has attended, in the original language with certified translation, must be sent to us directly by those institutions. Transcripts received from the student, even in a sealed envelope, are NOT considered official.
If the academic records are in a language other than English or French, you must arrange for certified translations to be attached. Official, original or certified copies of the original records must be received in envelopes sealed and endorsed by the issuing institution. Please review the Faculty of Graduate Studies website that explains this.
References
Three letters of reference must be sent directly to the Landscape Architecture program from individuals who are familiar with your academic and / or professional work. We require at least two academic references, preferably three, from full time faculty at the rank of Assistant Professor or above. There are two ways your referees may submit letters of reference for you.
1.) By paper with a paper reference or a personal letter of recommendation, which needs to be signed. All letters of reference should be sent directly to the program office by your referees and signed across the seal of the envelope.
2.) By using the UBC online reference system. Your referees will receive an automatice email asking them to provide a reference report on your behalf with a link to the online application system. The online reference system uses the email addresses you entered in the "Referees" section of your online application. IF your referee is using the online reference system plesae let your referees know that the text box for filling in comments is expandable. Your references may also copy and paste from an existing letter or attach a letter. Your referees do not need to submit a paper copy of their recommendation for you if they are using the UBC online reference system.
Notification of Acceptance
Some applicants who meet admission requirements may not be accepted because of limitations in the number of spaces available in the Program; 3- 6 Students are selected for the MASLA Program each year. All admissions, in addition to receiving general admission to the Program, MUST also be approved by the Faculty of Graduate Studies. Students accepted for admission who subsequently find they are unable to attend must reapply for admission at a later date. Unsuccessful applicants may seek the advice of the Program before submitting a new application.
Application Material
MASLA Checklist
List of Suggested Readings
Tuition and Related Expenses
The following information gives a general idea of tuition fees, related expenses, and various types of financial aid that may be available. Applicants are encouraged, however, to examine the more detailed information provided by the Office of Financial Aid or in the official University Calendar.
Every candidate enrolled in a master's program is required to maintain continuous registration by paying tuition installments three times a year. The annual tuition fees for domestic and international students enrolled in the MASLA program are outlined on the UBC online calendar.
International students applying to the research degree program (MASLA) are eligible for an International Partial Tuition Scholarship. Students are eligible as long as they are not a recipient of any external funding that pays their tuition.
Financial Assistance: Student Loans and Grants
Prospective students should note that financial assistance is not provided as part of their acceptance to the Program. Students should contact the Office of Awards and Financial Aid for information with respect to student loans and grants. International students should note that only Canadian citizens may apply for government sponsored loans and grants.
Awards and Financial Aid Office
The University of British Columbia
1036-1874 East Mall
Vancouver, BC, Canada
V6T 1Z1
Phone: 604.822.5111