304383 v.2 Master of Arts (Urban Design)

MA(Curtin)

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Introduction
This course provides a masters degree award in urban design for professionals with existing related training intending to manage the increasingly complex problems of development, urban space and form.

Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
A Graduate Certificate in Urban Design at Curtin.

Recognition of Prior Learning
Applications for recognition of prior learning are assessed on an individual basis.

Duration and Availability
This fee paying course is two and a half years full-time or equivalent part-time study, especially during the summer vacation period.

Intermediate Awards
A student who has successfully completed all of the requirements of the Graduate Certificate in Urban Design may apply for graduation in that award subject to the approval of the Head of School. For further definition refer to the Statement and Awards section under General Information.

Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other vital study materials. In addition, students may also need to contribute some of the cost of consumables, which varies depending on the area of study.

Course Structure				Hrs/Wk	Credit
Year 1 Semester 1
304277	v.2		Introduction to the Principles and Practice of Urban Design 513	4.0	25.0
304280	v.2		Advanced Principles and Practice of Urban Design 514	4.0	25.0
304282	v.2		Urban Design Fieldwork Assessment 515	3.0	12.5
			SELECT ELECTIVE UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF:		37.5
					100.0
Year 1 Semester 2
304362	v.2		Issues in Urban Design 502	6.0	50.0
304373	v.2		Urban Design Research Seminar 504	6.0	50.0
					100.0
Year 2 Semester 1
304384	v.2		Urban Design Dissertation 691	6.0	50.0
					50.0
NB	Electives are selected in consultation with the Course Coordinator.