MA Urban Design at Oxford Brookes University

Programme overview

Many global challenges can be tackled through better city design. Urban designers play a vital role in shaping sustainable communities, from protecting green spaces to reducing travel times.

Faculty: School of the Built Environment | Duration: MA: 12 months; part-time: MA: 24 months | Study mode: full-time | Intake: September 2026 | Location: Oxford, England, United Kingdom

What you will study

The combination of theory and practice on this course will be valuable in a wide range of careers. It is suitable for spatial planners, architecture students, working professionals, even scientists looking at solving environmental issues.

Career pathways

Many of our graduates find jobs before the course is over. That’s because they have extremely valuable skills in a growing area and are able to apply their knowledge to projects anywhere in the world.

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Application information

Entry requirements

The course is open to applicants who hold a 2.2 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. 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.

Domestic applicants: GBP 10,250 a year (2026/27). First-year full-time tuition fee as listed on the course page Source

International applicants: GBP 18,500 a year (2026/27). First-year full-time tuition fee as listed on the course page Source

Intake: September 2026

Duration: MA: 12 months; part-time: MA: 24 months

Apply through the official page: https://www.brookes.ac.uk/courses/postgraduate/urban-design#apply

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