310397 v.1 Master of Urban Design
MUrbanDes(Curtin)
Course CRICOS Code: 059326B
Registered full-time Duration for International Onshore Students on student visas:
2 Years
Introduction
The Master of Urban Design is a collaborative award offered by Curtin University of Technology and the University of Western Australia, through the Urban Design Centre of Western Australia. The course is designed for graduates of architecture, landscape architecture, planning or a related field seeking to supplement prior education with a specific orientation to the aims and means of urban design. The course is designed to build knowledge about urban design and urban development processes (with a focus on the Australian and South-East Asian contexts), improve techniques of urban analysis, design and community engagement, and strengthen interdisciplinary approaches and the coordination of architectural, landscape and planning objectives in urban development.
Course Entry Requirements/Prerequisites
Applicants must hold a bachelor degree in architecture, landscape architecture, planning or a related field from a recognised tertiary institution. Applicants who have completed the Graduate Diploma in Urban Design with a course weighted average of 60 per cent are eligible to apply. Applicants from a non-design background will be required to show evidence of design and graphics skills through submission of a portfolio or may be required to complete preliminary units to acquire adequate design skills.
Recognition of Prior Learning
Recognition of prior learning will be assessed on an individual basis.
Duration and Availability
The course duration is two years full-time or equivalent part-time study.
Intermediate Awards 1
A student who has successfully completed the requirements of an approved intermediate award may apply for graduation in that award subject to approval of Head of School/Department. Fees apply. Intermediate award(s) approved for this course are:
Intermediate Awards II
Graduate Certificate in Urban Design, Graduate Diploma in Urban Design.
Course Organisation
The main activity of the course takes place in the design studio, where students have the opportunity to apply theoretical concepts and instruction in specific technical areas of urban design to current projects, engaging with government agencies and community groups to develop practical solutions to significant design and development challenges. Optional units ensure that all students gain an understanding and appreciation of the central disciplines of urban design: architecture, planning and landscapearchitecture.
Career Opportunities
The principal employment destinations for graduates will be state and local government planning departments and private consulting practices.
Additional Course Expenses
Students may be expected to purchase a number of textbooks, readers and other essential study materials.
Course Structure Disclaimer
Curtin University reserves the right to alter the internal composition of any course to ensure learning outcomes retain maximum relevance. Any changes to the internal composition of a course will protect the right of students to complete the course within the normal timeframe and will not result in additional cost to students through a requirement to undertake additional units.
| Course Structure | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 Semester 1 | |||||
| 310403 | v.1 | Urban Design Workshop 515 | 6.0 | 50.0 | |
| 310405 | v.1 | The Evolution of the City 514 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310406 | v.1 | Readings in Urban Design 515 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 1 Semester 2 | |||||
| 310401 | v.1 | Urban Form Studio 513 | 6.0 | 50.0 | |
| 310404 | v.1 | Theories and Principles of Urban Design 516 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 1 | |||||
| 310110 | v.1 | Urban Design Research Methods 512 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310402 | v.1 | Urban Strategies Studio 514 | 6.0 | 50.0 | |
| SELECT OPTIONAL UNITS TO THE TOTAL VALUE OF: | 25.0 | ||||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Year 2 Semester 2 | |||||
| 310407 | v.1 | Case Studies in Urban Design 516 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310408 | v.1 | Design Thesis | 75.0 | ||
| 100.0 | |||||
| Optional Units (No Year Level Specified) | Hrs/Wk | Credit | |||
| 12623 | v.4 | Local Planning 511 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 307754 | v.1 | Development Processes 512 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310413 | v.1 | Architecture - Modern History (UWA) | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310414 | v.1 | Landscape Culture of Nature (UWA) | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310415 | v.1 | Landscape Contemporary Theory (UWA) | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| 310430 | v.1 | Architecture and Culture 603 | 3.0 | 25.0 | |
| NB | Electives are selected in consultation with the Course Coordinator |
Availability
| Year | Location | Period | All* | Internal | Partially Online Internal^ | External | Fully Online# |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 1 | Y | ||||
| 2008 | Bentley Campus | Semester 2 | Y |
The information displayed above refers to study periods and locations where the course is available for first time entry. Students are normally only offered or admitted to a course once.
*The course itself may not be available either solely internally or externally but individual units may be offered in either or both of those modes. Prospective students should contact the Course Coordinator for further information.
^Course and associated units are offered in this mode permitting International Onshore student enrolment.
#Course and associated units are offered in this online only mode and DO NOT permit International Onshore student enrolment.
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