Urban Design University of Auckland

Overview

Urban design focuses on the design of the spaces between the buildings that make up our town and cities.

The Master of Urban Design from University of Auckland will equip you with the knowledge and skills to analyse and design urban environments. Through studio-based projects, you will respond to real urban design issues and contexts, including sustainable design practices, the role of physical and social infrastructures in cities and urban investment and development. 

The MUrbDes gives built environment professionals the opportunity to develop this specific skillset and knowledge. It is suitable for people with a professionally recognised qualification in architecture, urban planning or landscape architecture. If you have relevant practical experience in one of these fields, you may also be eligible for entry.

Career

The MUrbDes will help you develop the skills, practical knowledge and contextual understanding to work in both public and private practice. Urban design expertise is required both in existing cities and for new developments, with knowledge of cultural sensitivities and environmental design practices sought after.

• Environmental planner

• Iwi planning officer

• Policy analyst

• Resource consent planner

• Transportation planner

• Urban designer

• Urban planner