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Overview
Urban Design and Planning at University College Dublin is focused on the role of urban design in the context of urban planning, and is delivered with an emphasis on the distinct methodologies, professional perspectives and pedagogies of that discipline. It provides specialist knowledge and skills in urban design theory and practice, urban conservation; nature-based solutions, and the role of research in design.
The programme will enable graduates to work as part of a multidisciplinary team to create better places through urban design. Students will also have the opportunity to draw upon the School’s research expertise to place urban design centre stage in tackling a range of pressing environmental and other issues. The programme will appeal to graduates from closely related disciplinary backgrounds wishing to specialise in urban design, including those with qualifications in architecture, landscape architecture, and planning.
Career
This Masters trains, mentors and supports graduates in developing their specialist knowledge and understanding, along with transferable skills and tools, for careers related to the field. These include roles in the public, private and community sectors, including planning and urban design consultancies, local authorities, development firms, regeneration companies, environmental and other NGOs, as well as research and teaching.More information
Visit official programme websiteProgramme Structure
Courses include:
- Conservation History, Theory and Policy
- Postgraduate Studio
- Urban Design Studio
- Research Design & Methods
- Nature-Based Solutions
- Introduction to Urban Design
- Environmental Risk and Behaviour
- Planning Methodology
- Placemaking: Urban and Rural Design
- Transportation Planning
- Housing Policy and Planning
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 12 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- StartingApply anytime.
More details
Applications are assessed on a rolling basis and courses will close once they are filled.
Language
English
Credits
90 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
Architecture Urban Planning View 5 other Masters in Urban Planning in IrelandAcademic requirements
GPA Your GPA, or Grade Point Average, is a number that indicates how well or how high you scored in your courses on average. Usually a GPA scales between 1.0 and 4.0, however different countries and universities can have different grading systems. Upper Second Class
English requirements
TOEFL® IBT The TOEFL iBT® is given online through the internet at designated testing site. The test measures your English-language abilities in an academic setting. The score refers to the total score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading), each subject has a range of 0 - 30. 90
IELTS The International English Language Test System (IELTS) tests your English-language proficiency on a scale of 1 – 9. The score refers to the combined average score of 4 subjects (writing, listening, speaking, and reading). 6.5
PTE Academic PTE Academic (Pearson Test of English Academic) is a language test that enables students to demonstrate their writing, listening, speaking, and reading skills when applying to study in English. The score refers to a total score which ranges between 10 and 90. 63
Other requirements
General requirements
- An honours undergraduate degree (NFQ level 8) with minimum 2.1 award or international equivalent in a cognate discipline, including architecture and landscape architecture planning, geography, anthropology, sociology, environmental studies, engineering, property economics, surveying, politics, social science, and law.
Tuition Fee
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International
25600 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 25600 EUR per year and a duration of 12 months. -
EU/EEA
7885 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the original amount of 7885 EUR per year and a duration of 12 months.
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.
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