The studio-based curriculum of Carnegie Mellon University's Urban Design master's program offers students the opportunity to develop comprehensive design strategies across various scales and urban contexts, including post-industrial cities, suburban peripheries, and dense global metropolises. The program emphasizes innovative, socially engaged design practices supported by seminars and workshops that cultivate essential skills for 21st-century urban designers.

  • Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
  • 2 years
  • On Campus
  • ₹36,39,570/Year

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Program Overview

The studio-based curriculum of Carnegie Mellon University's Urban Design master's program offers students the opportunity to develop comprehensive design strategies across various scales and urban contexts, including post-industrial cities, suburban peripheries, and dense global metropolises. The program emphasizes innovative, socially engaged design practices supported by seminars and workshops that cultivate essential skills for 21st-century urban designers.

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Class Size

400 Students

Key Features

Specializations Available

AI/ML, Systems, Theory, Human-Computer Interaction

Research Opportunities

Access to cutting-edge research labs and industry partnerships

Admission Requirements

IELTS

7.5

Key Dates

Application Start time & Deadline

Starting 2026-08-01

Apply before 2026-02-01

Program Start

Aug-26

Programme Structure

Courses include: Urban Design Media The Practice of Urban Design History of Urban Design Ecology Issues of Global Urbanization

Program Highlights

  • Comprehensive curriculum covering all key topics
  • Hands-on projects and real-world case studies
  • Expert faculty with industry experience
  • Career support and placement assistance

Academic Requirements

No academic requirements found.

English Language Requirements

IELTS
7.5
Overall Score

Additional Requirements

    Applicants must submit a $75 application fee, complete Personal and Academic Information forms via SlideRoom, and provide a Personal Statement. Additionally, applicants are required to upload a 30-second introductory video highlighting their personal interests in architecture or urban design, a comprehensive resume/CV, a 25-30 page portfolio in a single PDF (max 20MB, 150dpi), and unofficial transcripts from all post-secondary institutions attended. All materials should be formatted as specified to ensure a complete application.

Course Fees

₹36,39,570/Year
Annual Fee

2 years
Total Duration

Living Costs

    No Living costs available.

University Scholarships

No University Scholarships Available

External Scholarships

Rochelle Nicolette Perry Memorial Scholarship

N/A

Amount

1250 USD

Deadline

Not specified

Organization of American States (OAS) Academic Scholarship Program

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Master's Scholarship

N/A

Amount

Various benefits

Deadline

Not specified

Denise Halbach Performance Scholarship

N/A

Amount

2000 USD

Deadline

15 Apr 2025

Thomas Jefferson Prize in United States History

N/A

Amount

300 EUR

Deadline

Anytime

Eligibility Requirements

    No Eligibility Requirements Available

Application Process

    No Application Steps Available

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