Architectural and Urban Design MA

Our experimental and collaborative course gives you the skills to shape future urban environments – whether that’s through buildings, larger developments or landscapes.

You’ll work across the disciplines of architecture, art and cultural geography, combining design practice with critical discussions to help you grow as an urban designer. You’ll explore city spaces, tackle real-world urban challenges and create forward-thinking projects that imagine the future of our built environment.

We encourage bold, experimental thinking beyond traditional design. You’ll investigate new ways of designing for cities and develop strategies to address global issues like climate change and urban transformation.

Based in the vibrant city of Brighton, you’ll learn in a supportive studio environment with workshops, seminars and guidance from architects and urban designers. International workshops and exciting projects based on real-life briefs will challenge you to think at multiple scales, fostering creativity and collaboration as you develop groundbreaking ideas.

For more information on alternative start dates, early exits (PGCert/PGDip) and part-time studying options please visit the course page on our website.