Program Overview
The Urban Studies at University of New Orleans is a MSc programme in Architecture & Urban Planning, 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 Studies programme are well-prepared for careers in academia, industry, government, and the private sector across United States and internationally. The programme provides an internationally recognised qualification within the Bologna higher education framework.
Key Program Features
- Language of instruction: English
- Study mode: On-campus
- English requirement: IELTS 6.5
- Tuition: USD 13,462 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 8,892 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
- Location: New Orleans, United States, United States
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Urban Studies programme are prepared for diverse careers in architecture & urban planning:
- Architect
- Urban Planner
- Landscape Designer
- Sustainability Consultant
- Real Estate Developer
- Heritage Consultant
Program Curriculum
- Cities of the Global South
- Coastal Zone Planning and Administration
- Environmental Impact Assessment
- Environmental Justice in Urban Environments
- Gentrification in Historic Districts
- Globalization and Mobility
- Legal and Ethical Issues in the Nonprofit Sector
- The Post-WWII City
- World Regional Geography
Admission Requirements
Academic Requirements
- 3 Letters of Recommendation\xc2\xa0
- Statement of Purpose\xc2\xa0
- CV or Resume\xc2\xa0
- Writing Sample
- Bachelor\'s degree from a regionally accredited institution in the U.S. or a 4-year degree equivalent from a recognized institution of higher learning abroad.
- Applicants enrolled in the final year of a bachelor\'s degree or international equivalent will be considered for conditional admission.
- 3.0 grade point average (GPA) on a 4-point scale for all graduate coursework
English Proficiency: IELTS 6.5 or equivalent.
Tuition & Financial Information
Tuition Fee
USD 13,462 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 8,892 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
Tuition fees: USD 13,462 (Tuition (Year)) — International students; USD 8,892 (Tuition (Year)) — National students
IELTS requirement: 6.5
Financial Aid & Scholarships
Contact University of New Orleans 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 New Orleans
University of New Orleans
New Orleans, United States
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University Profile- Application Deadline Nov, 2026
- Start Date Nov, 2026
- Language English
