Master of Urban Design
Master of Urban Design
The Master of Urban Design is an interdisciplinary course integrating economics, engineering, environmental science, geography, and international development - all critical to building sustainable and liveable cities.
You'll learn to:
- Analyse urban challenges using data, design, and research tools
- Apply design-led thinking to address housing, mobility, and infrastructure needs
- Integrate sustainability principles into every stage of urban planning
- Collaborate across sectors to create equitable, climate-conscious solutions
- Influence urban policy and planning to build cities that work for everyone
The program blends creativity with technical and policy understanding, empowering graduates to lead smart, inclusive, and sustainable urban transformation in Indonesia and beyond.
World-class academics
At Monash University, Indonesia, you'll learn from academics with the same global expertise, research excellence, and design innovation as those at Monash University Australia. With world-leading expertise in architecture, urban design, and sustainable cities, Monash provides a globally recognised education that combines creativity, technical understanding, and policy insight to meet the highest academic standards.
Designed for Indonesia's future
Indonesia's cities are growing rapidly, creating urgent demand for smart, sustainable, and inclusive design solutions. This program responds directly to the nation’s urban development priorities, from improving liveability and resilience to advancing sustainable infrastructure, transport, and housing. You'll graduate ready to design and lead projects that enhance Indonesia’s urban future and contribute to its Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
Global graduate outcomes
Monash graduates are equipped with globally transferable skills in urban analysis, design strategy, spatial planning, and stakeholder collaboration. Whether you pursue a career in urban design, architecture, government, consulting, or international development, you’ll have the expertise to lead sustainable transformation and shape the cities of tomorrow.
Our program at a glance
The Master of Urban Design program is designed for individuals who possess design skills and experience and are interested in expanding their knowledge of urban design. This degree is ideal for professionals in government agencies, architectural firms specialising in urban design, and urban enthusiasts. The curriculum covers a wide range of topics, including sustainability, smart cities, and urban policy, to equip graduates with the skills and expertise needed for successful careers in the field.
Hear from our lecturer
"We use urban design × as a way to activate that broader responsibility that we have to think across scales, across disciplines, to gather together the stakeholders who really matter in the process of citym and city living. We would like to build a capacity with our students and our graduates the ability to to stage those complex discussions which are necessary for sustainable futures in in rapid urbanization."
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