Program Overview
The Urban Design at University of Melbourne is a Master programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 24 months, delivered On-campus. This programme equips graduates with advanced knowledge and practical skills for professional and academic careers in the field.
Students gain a rigorous grounding in both the theoretical foundations and applied dimensions of architecture & urban planning. The programme combines coursework, research components, and practical projects that develop critical thinking, problem-solving, and specialist expertise relevant to industry and research needs.
Graduates of the Urban Design programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across Australia and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 24 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 7
- Tuition: AUD 37,984 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 33,216 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: Melbourne, Australia
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Urban Design programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
Course Structure
- Discover the role of urban design within given spatial, social, economic and political contexts
- Explore the scope, opportunities, complexities and responsibilities of urban design
- Uncover urban design issues and methodology for creating best practice responses
- Develop analytical and design skills for generating and testing alternative approaches to the urban design development of specific sites
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need to meet the following criteria for successful entry to the program:
- A three-year undergraduate degree in an Urban Design, Landscape Architecture or Architecture discipline with a weighted average of at least 65%\xc2\xa0(equivalent to the University of Melbourne grading scheme)
- A\xc2\xa0portfolio of recent design work, submitted in accordance with the requirements of the Selection Committee
English Proficiency: IELTS 7 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
AUD 37,984 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 33,216 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: AUD 37,984 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; AUD 33,216 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 7
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Melbourne directly for scholarship, grant, and financial aid information for this programme. Many European universities offer merit-based and need-based funding for international and domestic students.
About University of Melbourne
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University Profile- Language English
- Duration 24 months