The course brings together theory and design practice to develop urban design skills which are applicable to a spectrum of locations and the issues they face in creating liveable places for tomorrow. The method you learn is comprehensive and robust allowing graduates to become part of the global dialogue on the future of cities and employable in a wide range of professions. Design: Strong urban form production methodology applicable to a range of settlement scales, cultures, typologies and projects from master-planning of design frameworks, codes, design and access statements, down to the scale of plot-based design, public realm experience and improvements and through the delivery of vitality via events and pop-up urbanism. Theory: Engages with contemporary and future urban issues – intensification and population growth, climate change, cultural context of design, biodiversity and landscape urbanism, affordable housing, urban public realm in the digital age. Practice: Work with professional practitioners, international student cohort, and research tutors in design studios which mirrors future professional workplaces. Research: Innovative, relevant and current research topics developed independently by students.

Entry requirements The course is open to applicants who hold a 2.1 undergraduate honours degree (or international equivalent) in a related design & planning discipline. We will actively consider applications from candidates with lower degrees or an alternative subject, who can provide a suitable portfolio and/or evidence relevant work experience. Mid-career professional candidates with practice experience are also encouraged to apply. English language requirements If your first language is not English you will require a minimum IELTS score of 6.0 overall with 6.0 in all components. OR An equivalent English language qualification acceptable to the University.