University of Technology Sydney
Master of Urban Design
Nationally Recognised Higher EducationAustralia's population is predicted to reach between 28.3 and 29.3 million people by 2027. For Australian cities and towns to continue to grow, many of the key decisions required to successfully cater for change are happening right now - showing the demand for more skilled professionals in this area.
The UTS Online Master of Urban Design is designed for professionals who want to develop their practical design capabilities to shape the lived experience within sustainable urban environments. You’ll explore the concept of environmental, economic and social sustainability in urban design and development.
Delivered 100% online, with part-time study, this course enables you to work full-time while gaining practical design skills. Immediately apply what you learn from studio-based projects to design resilient and creative solutions that enhance the lived experience at any urban scale.
Delivery mode
University of Technology Sydney offers this course through the following delivery modes:
Online
Set your own study schedule and balance study with your other commitments.
Entry requirements
Domestic Students
- IELTS score of 6.50 or TOEFL iBT score of 79.00 or PTE score of 58.00 or its equivalent AND
Pathway 1: Applicants must have completed a UTS-recognised academic qualification or an equivalent (according to NOOSR or UK NARIC) as follows:
• Bachelor's degree, or
• Graduate Certificate, or
• Graduate Diploma, or
• Master's degreeFor applicants holding a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, the qualification must be one of the following:
a)
• UTS Graduate Certificate in Property Development
• UTS Graduate Diploma in Property Development
AND
b) the qualification must be completed with a credit average or above.Pathway 2: For applicants with no Bachelor degree but holding a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma not listed under pathway 1:
• the qualification must be in one of the following disciplines: architecture, landscape architecture, urban design and regional planning, environmental design, community development, property economics, property development, planning, geography, geographic information science (GIS), environmental science, law, economics
• the qualification must be completed with a credit average or above, and
• applicants should have at least 3 years full-time, or equivalent part-time, work experience in one of the fields listed above and
• applicants need to articulate their work experience and the reasons to study Graduate Certificate in Urban Planning and DesignPathway 3: Applicants who do not meet the criteria under pathway 1 or 2 may be considered on the following:
• a minimum of 3 years for senior positions or 5 years for mid-career positions full-time, or equivalent part-time, work experience in a profession closely related to urban planning or urban design; and
• must articulate their work experience and the reasons to study the Graduate Certificate in Urban Planning and Design.
Course fees
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Career opportunities
The Master of Urban Design will prepare you for the following roles.
Urban Designer
An Urban Designer plans and develops land use strategies to create functional and aesthetically pleasing urban environments. You might work in plan...
Strategic Planner
A Strategic Planner develops and implements plans to help organisations achieve long-term goals. You might work in corporate offices, government ag...
Design Manager
A Design Manager oversees the creative and technical aspects of design projects within an organisation. You might work in various industries, inclu...
Urban Planner
An Urban Planner creates strategies for the use of land in particular geographical areas. You might assess the future needs of an area and take int...
Town Planner
A Town Planner develops and implements land use plans to guide the growth and development of urban and rural areas. You might work on zoning regula...
Landscape Architect
A Landscape Architect designs outdoor spaces such as community parks, large residential gardens and commercial garden areas. You’ll liaise with cli...
About University of Technology Sydney
UTS is the top-ranked young university in Australia. Our vision is to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact. We’re known for our innovative teaching. We’re committed to practical innovation and research that benefits industry and society. We believe in social change to create a more just and equal world.
We are a dynamic and cosmopolitan university that marks the gateway to Sydney — Australia's economic, multicultural, innovative and creative global city.
UTS is a public university of technology defined by our support for the economic, social and cultural prosperity of our communities. We are measured by the success of our students, staff and partners and committed to research, innovation and the dissemination of knowledge of public value. We are, and always will be, an inclusive university.
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