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Master of Urban Design
Duration 2 year(s)
Tuition Fee
AUD 47,700 / year
Next Intake 27-Jul-2026
Master of Urban Design
About
About the course In the AUDRC Master of Urban Design, you'll develop an in-depth understanding of urban design theories and issues; techniques of urban analysis; and skills for the design and development of cities and urban places. The course consists of a first year of focused studies in history, theory, implementation strategy and studio-based learning; and a second year of independent supervised study (research dissertation) OR a coursework focus area in Landscape Design or Geographic Information Systems (GIS). The Master of Urban Design (by dissertation) builds upon the Graduate Certificate and the Graduate Diploma by allowing you to devote the final two semesters to an exegesis and/or major design project, enabling you to accrue significant intellectual and creative experience commensurate with beginning a career as an urban designer. Upon graduating with a Master of Urban Design, you'll be qualified to participate in all levels of the urban design profession and in particular to function as the lead consultant responsible for the production and critical evaluation of urban design proposals. The demand for this program is in private planning, architectural and landscape design consultancies; local and state government planning and development departments. Entry into this course requires an undergraduate degree with a weighted average of at least 50%. Students from all fields are accepted. Australian and International students are welcome to apply, and the course is delivered both on-campus and online. Students who have completed related postgraduate courses can receive advanced standing so that the Master of Urban Design can be undertaken in between 1 and 2 years, depending on prior learning.
Requirements
Entry Requirements
Admission Requirements (1) To be considered for admission to this course an applicant must have—(a) a Bachelor's degree, or an equivalent qualification, as recognised by UWA; and(b) the equivalent of a UWA weighted average mark of at least 50 per cent; and(c) successfully completed prior study in a field relevant to Urban Design; or(2) completed a Graduate Certificate in Urban Design or Graduate Diploma in Urban Design at UWA.
English Program Requirements
ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency English is the language of instruction and assessment at UWA and you will need to meet the English language requirements of the University to be eligible for a place. Minimum overall IELTS score of 6.5, with no band less than 6.0. ADMISSION REQUIREMENT English competency
Career
Career Pathways
This course is designed to broaden the interdisciplinary scope of urban design work undertaken by architects, planners, landscape architects or professionals in related fields. A Master of Urban Design prepares you for the next step in your career in urban design.- Software Developer
- Dentist
Fee Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 47,700Application Fee
AUD 150How to Apply
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Master of Urban Design
The University of Western Australia
Australia,
Perth
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