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Master of Urban Design

Masters.
RMIT University

300

in world overall ranking*

30

in local overall ranking*
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About the course

The Master of Urban Design develops advanced capabilities to shape cities through design-led, project-based study. You explore urban form, public space and place-making, working with contemporary models for city-building and development. The degree emphasises critical thinking, studio practice and real-world contexts in Melbourne. This is a masters by coursework qualification in urban design within the built environment discipline. The programme strengthens advanced engineering design, systems analysis, and innovation management for complex industry projects.

Career outcome

Graduates may work across government, consulting and design practices focused on shaping urban environments. Typical pathways include urban designer, urban planner or roles supporting strategic planning, precinct renewal, public realm design and urban development. Skills gained can support interdisciplinary collaboration with architects, landscape architects and planners. This is a masters by coursework pathway for professional practice in urban design and the built environment.


Living Costs in Sydney**


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Restaurant
(Meal, Inexpensive Restaurant)
A$ 17 - 22
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom in City Centre)
A$ 2,207 - 2,918
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Rent per Month
(1 bedroom Outside of Centre)
A$ 1,599 - 2,115
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Transportation
(Daily)
A$ 9 - 10
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Utilities per Month
(Electricity, Mobile & Internet)
A$ 219 - 290

Average Salary***


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*Source: QS World University Subjects Rankings (2026)
**Source: numbeo.com
***Source: PayScale.com (2026)

Costs

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A$52,020 per year

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A$43,860 per year

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Information

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Full-time 2 years, Part-time 4 years, Reduced duration available years

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February, July

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Melbourne City

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MC193

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+61 3 9663 5333

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australia@augstudy.com

Scholarships

tick iconLPDP-RMIT SCHOLARSHIP

100% of tuition fees

tick iconMACC SCHOLARSHIP

A$10,000

tick iconRMIT READY BURSARY

20% of tuition fees

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