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MASTER OF TROPICAL URBAN DESIGN

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INTRODUCTION

The Master of Tropical Urban Design (MTUD) is a three-semester program that is designed to provide advance coursework with an emphasis on the tropical and subtropical regions. The program has a strong foundation in ecological, social and economic sustainability as a basis for planning and design. It also emphasizes skills in communication and collaboration with local communities and professional groups. The program employs a combination of studio, lectures, tutorials and regional and local trips.

Graduates should find employment in government and private practice. MTUD covers the advance knowledge of the tropical urban design field and the skills of managing urban projects. The aspects include multi-disciplinary urban issues, ethics and professionalism. Students who enroll in the program are required to complete a minimum of 42 credits. The non-design background students need to complete an additional 6 credit basic design courses.

PROGRAM RECOGNITION

The program is recognized by the Malaysian Qualification Agency (MQA).

ADMISSION REQUIREMENT

Background in Urban Planning , Architecture & Landscape Architecture & other related field

CGPA 2.750
CGPA 2.500 - CGPA 2.749 + 3 Years Working Experience
CGPA under 2.500 + 5 Years Working Experience

PROGRAM STRUCTURE

The curriculum structure of the program is formulated based on the elements and guidelines set by Universiti Putra Malaysia as well as other authorities that monitor and monitor the effectiveness of the proposed curriculum. Aspects of program learning emphasis include advanced knowledge in the field of Urban Design, multi-disciplinary municipal project management skills, ethics and professionalism. Students of this program must complete at least forty-two (42) credits as a condition for graduation.

Master of Tropical Urban Design Study Scheme

FIRST SEMESTER

COURSE CODE	COURSE NAME	CREDIT HOUR
URB5000	Tropical Urban Design Studio	5(0+5)
URB5100	Urban Design Theory and Practice	3(3+0)
URB5501	Climate Change in Tropical Urban Environment	3(3+0)
URB5101	Sustainable and Tropical Development Principles (Elective)	3(3+0)
TOTAL CREDIT HOUR		14
SECOND SEMESTER

COURSE CODE	COURSE NAME	CREDIT HOUR
URB5001	Tropical Urban Revitalization Studio	5(0+5)
URB5900	Urban Design Research Methods	3(3+0)
	Elective	3(0+3)
	Elective	3(3+0)
TOTAL CREDIT HOUR		14
THIRD SEMESTER

COURSE CODE	COURSE NAME	CREDIT HOUR
URB5002	Collaborative Urban Design Studio	5(0+5)
URB5998	Master Dissertation*	6(0+6)
URB5999	Master Project*	6(0+6)
	Elective	3(3+0)
TOTAL CREDIT HOUR		14
TOTAL CREDIT HOUR FOR GRADUATED		42

*Note: Choose one course only

FEE

Calculation of fees if students graduate in 3 Semesters.

LOCAL STUDENT

BIL.	FEE	TOTAL

1	Fee ( 1^st Semester)	RM1,350.00
2	Fee (Semester 2^nd & subsequent semester)	RM1,100.00 x 2
3	Credit Fee (42 Credit)	RM250 x 42
Total		RM14,050.00

INTERNATIONAL STUDENT

BIL.	FEE	TOTAL

1	Fee (1^st Semester)	RM2,400.00
2	Fee (Semester 2^nd & subsequent semester)	RM2,150.00 x 2
3	Credit Fee (42 Credit)	RM350 x 42
Total		RM21,400.00

FURTHER ENQUIRIES

For further enquiries, please contact us:

Programme Co-Ordinator: Assoc. Prof. Ts. Dr. Norsidah Ujang

Email: norsidah@upm.edu.my

Updated:: 27/10/2023 [uswahhasanah]

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