Master of Science in Urban Design
Ajman, United Arab Emirates
MSc
DURATION
2 years
LANGUAGES
Arabic
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
Sep 2026
TUITION FEES
AED 2,500 / per credit *
STUDY FORMAT
On-Campus
* total CRHs: 30
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Key Summary
About : The Master of Science in Urban Design focuses on strategic designs for urban spaces. This two-year program offers courses in urban theory, design practices, and sustainable development, preparing students to tackle contemporary urban issues. Students engage in hands-on projects and research to enhance their understanding of the complexities of urban environments.
Career Outcomes : Graduates can pursue various career paths, including urban designer, city planner, or environmental consultant. Positioning themselves within public and private sectors, alumni often find opportunities in government agencies, design firms, and non-profit organizations dedicated to urban development and sustainability.
The mission of the program is to provide the community with qualified architects who can deal with the complex issues of the urban environment and cities.
Objectives
The program will:
- Enable graduates to evaluate and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of real-world design proposals for buildings and urban environments.
- Provide students with advanced skills and knowledge to manage and supervise the development and implementation of design and intervention proposals related to the urban environment.
- Provide in-depth knowledge of the main subject areas of the urban environment regarding the relationships between built form, space, culture, developmental processes and sustainability in its wide-ranging facets.
- Offer the ability to carry out independent study and research.
Graduation Requirements
To be qualified for graduation, the student must
- Complete the core and elective courses with a minimum AGPA of 3.0.
- Pass the thesis examination with a minimum of 80 per cent (B grade).
Semester 1
- MUD 610 History and Theory of Urbanism
- MUD 611 Sustainability and Energy Saving
- MUD 620 Social & Economic Factors and Built Form
- MUD 610 History and Theory of Urbanism
- MUD 611 Sustainability and Energy Saving
- MUD 621 Research Methods
Semester 2
- MUD 601 Studio I
- MUD 612 Architecture and Urban Environment in the Gulf
- MEL Major Elective
- MUD 605 Urban Design Studio
- MUD 620 Social and Economic Factors and the Built Form
- MUD 605 Urban Design Studio
- MEL-1 Major Elective 1 (MUD-2021)
Semester 3
- MUD 602 Studio II
- MUD 621 Research Methods
- MUD 622 Real Estate Development
- MUD641 Thesis I
- MEL-2 Major Elective 2 (MUD-2021)
Semester 4
- MEL Major Elective
- MUD 640 Thesis
- MUD642 Thesis II
Knowledge
- Familiarity with the main subject areas regarding relationships between built form, space, culture, and developmental processes.
- Understanding of sustainability in design proposals for buildings and urban environments.
- Knowledge of advanced topics related to the study and analysis of the urban environment.
Skills
- Implementation of advanced methods and techniques to critically evaluate, measure success, and improve the efficiency and effectiveness of design proposals for buildings and urban environments.
- Application of advanced skills and knowledge to manage and supervise the development of design and intervention proposals related to the urban environment.
- Application of advanced skills to implement design proposals related to the urban environment.
- Application of advanced skills and knowledge in sustainability to the urban environment.
- Initiation and execution of independent study and research.
- Utilization of modern techniques and methods, such as computers and software.
- Clear and effective communication to enhance job performance.
Competencies: Autonomy and Responsibility
- Identification, formulation, and solution of urban environment issues.
- Detailed analysis and studies in urban environment matters.
- Collaboration with multidisciplinary professionals engaged in the urban design process.
- Analysis of an urban area in terms of its sustainability.
Self-Development
- Recognition of the need for lifelong learning in the field of urban design.
- Professional competitiveness in the market and active participation in the community.
Role in Context
- Demonstration of professionalism and respect for fellow professionals.
- An exhibit of good working ethics.
Graduates of the MSc. Program can work as designers and construction managers, decision makers for city planning, community agencies or governmental authorities. Graduates can also pursue their studies to gain PhD degree and join academic institutions.