Program Overview
The Urban Design at University of Huddersfield is a MA programme in Architecture & Urban Planning over 12 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 United Kingdom and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Duration: 12 months
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- Tuition: GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
- Location: Huddersfield, United Kingdom
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
- Integrated Urban Design and Architecture
- Theory History and Emerging Urban Trends
- Urban Design Planning and Development
- Research Methods
- Major Project
- Environmental Impacts of Buildings and Urban Development
- Communities Engagement for Social Innovation
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
You need the following GPA score:
Applicants for graduate programs must have the equivalent of a bachelor\xe2\x80\x99s degree with a minimum GPA equivalent to Lower Second Class on the UK Honour scale. Admitted applicants typically have an undergraduate GPA of or better on the UK Honour scale. No exam grade should be lower than 4.5 (European grade scale) or D (American grade scale).
Your GPA (Grade Point Average) is calculated using the grades that you received in each course, and is determined by the points assigned to each grade (e.g. for the US grading scale from A-F).
- \xc2\xa0An Honours degree (2:2 or above) in a relevant subject or an equivalent professional qualification.
- Alternative qualifications and/or significant experience may be accepted, subject to approval.
- You will be required to submit a digital version of a portfolio of design or graphic work together with your application. The portfolio must contain between 5 and 10 A4 pages of work, and include design, sketches and other kinds of graphic work.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Tuition fees: GBP 13,000 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; GBP 5,100 (Tuition (Year)) — EU/EEA students
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of Huddersfield 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 Huddersfield
University of Huddersfield
Kirklees, United Kingdom
University of Huddersfield is a distinguished institution of higher education committed to academic excellence, innovative research, and preparing students for leadership in their chosen fields....
University Profile- Application Deadline 2015-01-18
- Start Date 2018-09-18
- Language English
- Duration 12 months