Urban Design MA, PGDip

Postgraduate Diploma students study the same modules as MA students to the value of 120 credits. Only MA students undertake the independent research and design thesis modules to achieve a total of 180 credits.

• TCP8090 Principles and Practice of Urban Design *
• TCP8052 Urban Design Seminars
• TCP8902 The Reflexive Practitioner*
• ARC8046 Skills in Urban Regeneration
• ARC8069 Housing Alternatives
• ARC8065 Cities and Culture
• ARC8096 Independent Research - MA only
• ARC8097 Design Thesis - MA only

* If you wish to obtain Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) accreditation you will be required to pass module TCP8902 in place of TCP8090, which we advise you to observe for your learning.

Modules might change for your year of entry.

A 2:1 honours degree, or international equivalent, in a related subject, such as

• architecture
• design
• fine art
• planning
• graphic design

We will also consider your application on an individual basis if you have lower or non-standard qualifications and relevant professional experience. If you have a non-traditional background you could be offered a place on the PGDip. On achieving the required grades you could then transfer to the full MA.