Overview
Urban Design (without Thesis) from Eastern Mediterranean University deals with the design and construction of cities, part of cities and or urban elements, while providing necessary inputs to different designers to help them design under a common language within the framework of larger pieces of urban land, the development of which is spread over time. It aims to give knowledge about the use of administrative, legal and fiscal tools with reference to real world situation.
Careers
Graduates of the Department of Architecture find opportunities for work in public or private institutions, or work as freelance architects. Some get into the type of work concerning a wide range of functions from designing shop-windows or fair stands, to more implementation oriented work in construction firms. Others take up post-graduate studies either at EMU and universities in Turkey, or other universities in Europe or the US and pursue academic work successfully.
Programme Structure
Courses include:
- Urban Design Studio
- History and Theory of Urban Development and Design
- Contemporary Issues in Urban Design
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
- StartingApply anytime.
Applications to the graduate programs at EMU can be made throughout the year, until one month prior to the beginning of each semester.
Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Architecture Landscape Architecture Urban PlanningAcademic requirements
English requirements
Other requirements
General requirements
- Candidates for admission to the Master of Urban Design Program should have a B.Arch. degree in architecture or in a relevant related discipline.
- A curriculum vitae (CV),
- Reference Letter(s),
- A Copy of the last Diploma,
- A letter of Intention / proposal (in which the field and reasons of study of the candidates are clearly stated.)
- An official transcript of all university-level courses taken. A comparative mark/grade table if CGPA on the transcript is not out of 4.00.
- Documentation of scores received for English and academic proficiency exams/tests.
- A photocopy of your passport or I.D. card
- Two passport-sized (approx. 6 cm x 5 cm) photographs.
- Candidates are required to submit a document of financial guarantee showing that sufficient funds are available for tuition and living expenses.
- A Portfolio
Tuition Fee
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International
3262 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1631 USD per semester during 12 months. -
National
678 USD/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 339 USD per semester during 12 months.
Turkish Students: 6.355 TL
Living costs for Famagusta
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.