Master of Urban Design and Digital Environments
About This Programme
A 30-credit master''s preparing design professionals to solve complex urban problems using digital technologies, with an emphasis on critical thinking and social justice, culminating in a thesis studio.
Course Highlights
- Taught at AUD, ranked #620 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
- US-accredited (SACSCOC) American credit degree taught in English
- AUD reports around 92% graduate employment
What You'll Study
Taught full time, in person, on an American credit-hour system, in English.
Summary of degree requirements
30 credit hours in total.
- Core27 credits
- Electives3 credits
MUDDE Core
27 credit hours required.
- UDDE 601 Urban Design Studio: Infill Development3 credits
- UDDE 603 Digital Techniques for Urban Design3 credits
- UDDE 604 Urban Design Studio: Neighborhood Masterplan3 credits
- UDDE 605 Sustainable Infrastructure3 credits
- UDDE 606 Urban Design Studio: Future Urbanism3 credits
- UDDE 608 Geographic Information Systems3 credits
- UDDE 610 Thesis Research3 credits
- UDDE 613 Artificial Intelligence in Urban Design3 credits
- UDDE 614 Thesis Studio3 credits
MUDDE Electives
3 credit hours required.
Choose 3 credit hours from:
- UDDE 607 Urban Research Lab3 credits
- UDDE 609 Parametric Urban Design3 credits
- UDDE 611 Emerging and Critical Urbanism3 credits
- UDDE 612 Master's Internship3 credits
Entry Requirements
Some programmes require a GMAT or GRE score, an interview or a portfolio.
Careers
Graduates pursue careers in architectural and urban-design practice and the built-environment sector, and progress toward professional licensure.
Accreditation & Professional Recognition
AUD is institutionally accredited in the United States by SACSCOC and licensed by the UAE Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
Programme Details
Award
Master of Urban Design and Digital Environments
Start Date
September (Fall intake)
Typical Offer
A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with a minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale, with MoHESR attestation for degrees earned outside the UAE.
Duration
2 years
Qualification
Masters
Subject Area
Architecture
Campus
Dubai
Course Type
Master of Urban Design and Digital Environments
Study Pattern
Full time
Delivery Format
In person
Tuition Fee
AED 144,900 total
Graduate applicants apply online with sealed bachelor's transcripts (min 3.0 GPA), English scores and a statement of objectives; some programmes require a GMAT/GRE score or an interview.