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PostgraduateMSc

Urban Strategies and Design

Heriot-Watt University
Edinburgh, Scotland
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Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in architecture and the built environment with the MSc Urban Strategies and Design at Heriot-Watt University. this programme combines theoretical knowledge with practical application, with a 2-year part-time structure. MSc Urban Strategies and Design will develop your consideration of strategies and engagement with urban spaces from a contemporary, socio-political, and economic context, with an emphasis on design. The programme is delivered jointly by Heriot-Watt University and the Edinburgh College of Art at the University of Edinburgh allowing you to benefit from teaching, research, and policy liaison expertise offered by two major institutions. Applications are processed by the University of Edinburgh and details on how to apply can be found on the University of Edinburgh’s programme page. A minimum ielts score of 6.0 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 86% student satisfaction rating, a median graduate salary of £33,500 within three years, and 85% of graduates in employment or further study.

What You'll Learn

Contemporary Urban Theory and Politics
Urban Design Methodologies and Practice
Sustainable Urban Development
Urban Economics and Social Policy
Place-Making and Community Engagement
Urban Regeneration Strategies
Research Methods for Urban Studies
Dissertation in Urban Strategies and Design
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate RequirementEntry requirementsWe have standard entry requirements for all of our courses that you will have to meet.

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic65.55.565.5
PTE Academic63

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

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Fees and funding Fee informationFees for this course can be found through the University of Edinburgh website. Scholarships and bursaries There is a scholarship opportunity for this course open to students who (1) qualify for UK Home Fees, and (2) are domiciled or working in the South-East of Scotland, more specifically the councils areas of East Lothian, Mid Lothian, West Lothian, City of Edinburgh, Fife and Scottish Borders at least during their studies. Please visit the University of Edinburg

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Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

45%Working
40%Studying
10%Work & Study
80%Professional Jobs
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