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Master of Urban Design

About the program

An MA on urban design from building scale to city-wide masterplans.

Critically evaluate concepts and methods in Urban Design to solve relevant problems. Develop competence in Begins with the theory of urban design
Covering topics from affordable housing to biodiversity. Present findings clearly and consider professional or research ethics.

Begins with the theory of urban design
Covering topics from affordable housing to biodiversity
Then applies it in challenging contexts through one of six projects around the world. Full-time teaching is two days a week
PGDip and PGCert exit awards are available.

Degree requirement: a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant subject area such as architecture
Environmental design
Human geography
Landscape architecture
Landscape design
Urban design
urban planning
Or an equivalent international degree
Additional academic criteria: UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent international degree for most courses (2:2 for some
E.g. Software Engineering MSc)
MBA also needs 3 years work experience and interview.

Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject (UK 2:1 or international equivalent), some courses need programming, work experience or a portfolio

MBA also needs 3 years work experience

Review the Urban Design admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Include evidence of the required professional experience. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.

Campus	Cardiff
Faculty or school	Welsh School of Architecture
Department	Welsh School of Architecture
Teaching language	English
Credit value	180
Study pace	Fixed
Post-study stay	2
Scholarship note	Potential Cardiff University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to Urban Design. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution.