URBD:MA - Master of Arts in Urban Design

One year of full-time study in residency is normally required.

Ownership of Student Work

Student work submitted to the department in satisfaction of course or degree requirements becomes the physical property of the department. However, students retain all rights to the intellectual property of such work. This work may include papers, drawings, models, or other materials. The department assumes no responsibility for safeguarding such materials and at its discretion may retain, return, or discard such materials. Students must petition the department in writing for any deviation from these established policies.

Progression Requirements

No grade below a ‘C’ will be accepted for graduation in required courses or required electives.

Thesis Requirement

Graduate students in the landscape architecture department are required to undertake a Master’s Project or a Master’s Thesis as part of their course of study at the Department of Landscape Architecture. Selection of Master’s Thesis requires departmental approval.

There are no majors associated with this program.

There are no tracks, specializations, concentrations, areas of emphasis, or other curricular offerings associated with this program.

Admissions Requirements

All applicants must meet University graduate admissions requirements.

Additional Information for Applicants

Students applying to this program should plan for the financial aspects of a design education.  This includes the costs of computer hardware, software, travel and field trips, tools and equipment, drawing and modeling supplies. All students must have continued access to a laptop computer by purchasing, leasing, or other arrangements.  For further information contact any of the School of Architecture Advisors.