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Master of City Design

2 Years On Campus Masters Program

University of Illinois Chicago

Program Overview

No better city than Chicago anywhere for learning urban design. The Master of City Design (MCD) program teaches how to plan for designing great cities given all the complexity shaping our increasingly urbanized planet. All studios co-taught by leading urban designers and professional practitioners in a purposeful manner. Students learn by diving deep down into Chicago’s well-known neighborhoods, home to remarkably rich sub-cultures, as well as the famous downtown. As a bonus, living and studying in one of the world’s greatest cities offers an unmatchable learning experience in itself.

Program Key Stats

$13255 (Per Semester)
$70
Aug Intake : 1st Apr


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Eligibility Criteria

3.0
4 Years

6.5
80

Additional Information & Requirements

Application A 4 years bachelor's degree (or its equivalent) in Architecture, Landscape Architecture, Urban Studies, Urban Planning, and other creative fields. Relevant professional experience of two or more years strongly recommended. Official yearly or semester wise mark sheets for each examination attempt, including failed or repeated exams. Official university-issued certification of degree and date awarded. GPA 3.0 out of (4.0 scale) Personal Statement 3 Letters of recommendation CV Portfolio TOEFL iBT: 80 (Listening 17, Writing 21, Reading 19, Speaking 20) OR IELTS 6.5 overall with no less than 6.0 in each section  

Career Options

  • Historic Buildings Inspector/Conservation Officer
  • Housing Manager/Officer
  • Local Government Officer
  • Town Planner

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