UNIVERSITY OF BRITISH COLUMBIA · CANADA
Master of Urban Design (MUD)
Master's · Taught in en
At a glance
12 mo
Duration
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IELTS
€29k
Tuition / yr
en
Language
Master's
Level
- 1 yearDuration
- 1:12 student-faculty ratio in studiosStudio Ratio
- 1:24 student-faculty ratio in lecturesLecture Ratio
- Exposure to practicing professionalsProfessional Engagement
- Community partnerships and real-world projectsPractical Experience
- 100% graduation rate (2016-2019 admissions)Completion Rate
The Master of Urban Design (MUD) is a post-professional program focused on the design and management of cities. It addresses the complexities of urbanization, global economics, and technological advancements. The one-year curriculum integrates design studios with courses in urban design history, theory, economics, and public policy, allowing students to tailor their studies through electives and research topics. The program emphasizes a blend of academic learning and professional practice, often involving community partnerships and real-world projects for potential future applications.
Curriculum
The intensive one-year program integrates design studios with courses covering urban design history and theory, economics, and public policy. Students can customize their learning through elective choices and research topics.
- Year 1
- Design Studio (various scales)
- Urban Design History and Theory
- Urban Economics
- Public Policy
- Electives
- Major Project/Essay
Careers
The MUD program prepares graduates for roles in advancing the scholarship and design innovation of urban metropolises. The interdisciplinary curriculum fosters responsible urban planners interested in diverse scales, from regional planning to block-level design.
- Urban Planner
- Urban Designer
- City Manager
- Policy Advisor
- Community Development Specialist
Entry requirements
Undergraduate DegreeA bachelor's degree, typically in a related field, is required. Specific GPA requirements are not detailed on the program page.
This is a post-professional program, suggesting prior academic experience in a related field is beneficial.
Fees
Tuition (international)CAD $46,309.17 per year (plus annual increases)
Tuition (home)CAD $21,559.98 per year (plus annual increases)
LivingEstimated living costs are available via an interactive tool on the UBC website.
Tuition fees are subject to annual increases (typically 2-5% for continuing students, potentially higher for new students). International students may be eligible for an International Tuition Award (ITA), though it is not automatically applicable. Additional student fees apply annually (approx. $1,203.20). A deposit is required to accept an offer of admission ($2000 for domestic, $3000 for international).
Scholarships
International Tuition Award (ITA)—