Overview

The MSc Sustainable Urban Design at the University of Birmingham Dubai focuses on designing urban spaces that balance social, environmental, and economic needs. The programme equips students with the knowledge and tools to address issues such as sustainable infrastructure, climate resilience, urban regeneration, and community wellbeing.

Students learn to apply design principles, planning theory, and sustainability strategies to real urban projects. The curriculum emphasises creative problem solving and interdisciplinary collaboration, giving students the ability to evaluate urban contexts, generate design solutions, and think critically about urban futures.

Teaching combines studio work, lectures, workshops, and project development that reflect professional practice. Assessment includes design portfolios, project presentations, written reports, and critiques that demonstrate students’ capacity to integrate sustainability into urban design. Graduates are prepared for roles in urban planning, sustainable development, design consultancy, and related fields.

Programme Structure

The MSc Sustainable Urban Design programme covers sustainable design principles, urban analysis and planning, climate-responsive design, and strategies for resilient development. Students engage in studio projects, workshops, and collaborative work that build skills in urban design and sustainability. Assessment includes design portfolios, project work, and written reports that demonstrate applied understanding of urban design concepts.

Key information

Start dates & application deadlines

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Language

English

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Disciplines

Sustainable Development Urban Planning View 8 other Masters in Urban Planning in United Arab Emirates

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.

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Tuition Fees

Living costs

Dubai

United Arab Emirates

5300 - 9200 AED / month

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Funding

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