Program Overview

Master of Urban Design (MUD) Program

The Master of Urban Design (MUD) is a post-professional degree that focuses on the design of urban environments. The program is designed for students who have already completed a professional degree in architecture, landscape architecture, or a related field.

Program Overview

The MUD program consists of 30 credits and can be completed in one year.

Admission Requirements

Admission to the MUD program requires:

• A professional degree in architecture, landscape architecture, or a related field
• A minimum GPA of 3.0
• A personal statement
• Three letters of recommendation
• Official transcripts

Credits and Courses

The MUD program consists of 30 credits, including:

• 15 credits of required courses
• 15 credits of elective courses

Required Courses

• ARCH 701: Urban Design Studio (6 credits)
• ARCH 702: Urban Design Theory (3 credits)
• ARCH 703: Urban Design Methods (3 credits)
• ARCH 704: Urban Design and Planning (3 credits)

Elective Courses

• Select a minimum of 15 elective credits from the following list:
  • ARCH 705: Advanced Urban Design Topics (3 credits)
  • ARCH 706: Urban Design and Landscape Architecture (3 credits)
  • ARCH 707: Urban Design and Architecture (3 credits)

Additional Requirements

There are no additional requirements for the MUD program.