About this programme
Master in Urban Architecture, Specialisation of Urban Design is a Master's Degree programme at Aalborg University in Aalborg, taught in English. It runs for 2 years. The register gives Aalborg as the campus town. It lists the degree as Master (2 years). Aalborg University is a research university in North Denmark.
How it compares
Master in Urban Architecture, Specialisation of Urban Design is one of 5 English-taught Architecture programmes at Master's Degree level in the register, offered by 3 institutions. 5 of them list an annual fee for students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland, from EUR 6,500 to EUR 9,000; this programme lists EUR 7,455 a year. 5 are recorded as free for EU, EEA and Swiss students.
What you will study
This is the Urban Architecture specialisation of the MSc in Technology (Urban Design) at Aalborg University. It is a two-year master's degree taught in English in Aalborg. The programme starts from real challenges in urban development and urban design, and it mixes the architect's design expertise with the engineer's professionalism and insight into sociological processes.
What you study
You work with subjects, methods, theories and disciplines that run from urban building design and technologies to modelling and user involvement. The programme is built around problem-based learning (PBL) and realistic projects with hands-on challenges. The themes you can expect to address include climate change, temporary urban development projects, urban mobility, projects and strategies of the culture city, the urban landscape and city growth.
Admission, language and next steps
To apply, you should include a portfolio and a CV with your application. You also need to document that your English is at an acceptable level. Applications go directly to Aalborg University with all relevant documentation. If you are unsure whether your foreign certificate meets the general entry requirements, contact the university directly; the Danish Agency for Higher Education has a list of commonly recognised exams and diplomas. Students from outside the EU, EEA and Switzerland pay a tuition fee set by the institution. Exchange students do not pay tuition and should contact their home institution about application procedures and deadlines.
Job opportunities after graduating
- Private architectural firms
- Urban planning practices
- Design studios
- Engineering consultancies
- Urban development and construction development organisations
- City space and urban experience projects
Before you apply
Master’s applications go straight to Aalborg University, not through optagelse.dk, and the institution sets its own deadline. Entry requirements and language tests are set by the institution, so start from the official programme page. Our guides cover tuition fees, residence permits and housing.
Facts on this page come from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them. "Not recorded" means the register has no figure, not that the programme is free. Always confirm requirements, fees and deadlines with the institution.
Quick answers
Is Master in Urban Architecture, Specialisation of Urban Design taught in English?
Yes. The Study in Denmark register lists it as an English-taught programme at Aalborg University. Only English-taught degree programmes are in the register.
How long does it take?
The register records 2 years of study. Confirm the study load in ECTS credits with Aalborg University.
Where is it taught?
The register lists Aalborg as the campus town for this programme at Aalborg University.
How do I apply?
Master’s applications go straight to the institution, not through optagelse.dk. Aalborg University sets its own deadline.
What does it cost?
Students from outside the EU, the EEA and Switzerland pay EUR 7,455 a year, as Aalborg University lists it. For students from the EU, the EEA and Switzerland the record shows no tuition fee. Fees are in euros as the institution lists them.
Is this programme officially listed?
It comes from the Study in Denmark register, the official portal of the Danish Agency for Higher Education and Science at studyindenmark.dk. The programme page at Aalborg University is linked from this page so you can compare.
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