MSc International Urban Design

De Montfort University

Leicester, Leicestershire, UK
MSc International Urban Design
Duration12 Months
LevelMasters Program
  • The course focuses upon developing a spatial understanding of the underlying principles and current theories needed to understand and respond to (design) the challenges that 21st century urbanisation presents across the globe.
  • It supports student’s in developing a spatial design skill-set able to respond to the complex array of social, economic and environmental factors affecting cities, as well as to cultural issues, such as spatial traditions and histories of city form and design.
  • The programme concludes with a ‘thesis’ module. Two pathways are available. Whilst both focus upon ‘design’, one offers opportunity to conclude your studies in an extensive written thesis, whilst the other offers opportunity to conclude your studies in a thesis comprising of drawn/ modelled/ illustrated outputs in combination with a shorter written text.
  • All students also have the option of a year of industry placement prior to commencing their thesis studies.
  • At the end of the programme students will have developed key skills in articulating, communicating and illustrating complex city analysis and proposal, underpinned by knowledge of theories relevant to current practice and global urban issues.
  • Course modules •
    • Urban Design Studio
    • Research Methods and Urban Design Theory 
    • International Design Research Studio 
    • Dissertation
    • Major Project: Urban Design Thesis
Fees componentsAmount
Tuition & fees1480732 INR
Hostel & Meals537222 INR
Books & Supplies52738 INR
Miscellaneous Expenses52738 INR
International Student Fee76065 INR
Total718763 INR

Entry Criteria

Class 12thNo specific cutoff mentioned
Bachelors50.0%
  • Applicants should have the equivalent of a 2:2 or above UK bachelor’s honors degree in a relevant subject Design, Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Town Planning, Geography, Urban Studies, Engineering Design, Three-Dimensional Design, Graphic Design, Interior Design, and Product Design
  • If applicants have no formal academic quali?cations but have extensive industry experience, we will consider the application on an individual basis.
ExamsIELTS: 6
  • Minimum of 5.5 in each component

Additional info
  • Applicants with relevant qualifications should submit a portfolio of work
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