University of Technology Sydney

Master of Urban Design

Nationally Recognised Higher Education

According to the Jobs and Skills Australia Projections, employment in Urban and Regional Planning is projected to grow by 18.6% in the five years leading up to May 2026, which is higher than the national average.

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

  • There are no mandated entry requirements.

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 degree

For applicants holding a Graduate Certificate or Graduate Diploma, the qualification must be one of the following:

  • UTS Graduate Certificate in Urban Planning and  Design 
  • UTS Graduate Certificate in Planning
  • UTS Graduate Diploma in Planning
  • UTS Graduate Certificate in Property Development
  • UTS Graduate Diploma in Property Development
  • For applications holding a graduate certificate or a graduate diploma, the qualification must be one from the following 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

AND

  • 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  the Master of Urban Design.? 
Additional requirements may apply.

Course fees

Estimated Fee* Unknown
* Fees are indicative only and vary based on your circumstances and eligibility for government funding.
Enquire with University of Technology Sydney to find out more.
Study mode Online
Duration 30 Months
Estimated fee* $0 - $0 Support may be available

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...

Avg yearly income $93,600
Entry barriers Low

Strategic Planner

A Strategic Planner develops and implements plans to help organisations achieve long-term goals. You might work in corporate offices, government ag...

Avg yearly income $87,568
Entry barriers Low

Design Manager

A Design Manager oversees the creative and technical aspects of design projects within an organisation. You might work in various industries, inclu...

Avg yearly income $182,000
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $95,420
Entry barriers Low

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...

Avg yearly income $77,532
Entry barriers Low

Landscape Architect

A Landscape Architect designs outdoor spaces such as community parks, large residential gardens and commercial garden areas. You’ll liaise with cli...

Avg yearly income $91,520
Entry barriers Low

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.

UTS has an ambitious new vision, to be a leading public university of technology recognised for our global impact.

Through our education, research and engagement we will become an internationally great public university, delivering real benefit for society.