MSc in Urban Design and Conservation

Short Description
Two-year postgraduate program integrating urban design theory, heritage conservation, construction technology, environmental psychology, and studio-based practice to develop professionals capable of shaping sustainable, culturally rooted urban environments.

Description
Program addresses urban growth, heritage continuity, community space design and conservation of traditional urban fabrics. Focuses on blending historical knowledge with modern planning principles, technical skills and environmental understanding. Studio work, field studies and research components train graduates to diagnose urban problems and propose context-sensitive design and conservation solutions. Designed to meet social-development needs grounded in culture, ecology and sustainability while preparing professionals for regional and international collaboration.

Curricular Structure (Table)

Features
• Strong integration of design studios with theoretical and technical coursework.
• Focus on heritage towns, community spaces, cultural resources and conservation ethics.
• Emphasis on sustainable urban development, disaster-conscious design and environmental behavior.
• Field studies and collaborative research with faculty and external agencies.
• Thesis-driven final semester for advanced specialization.

Eligibility
• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architecture or equivalent.
• Minimum 50% or C+ (CGPA 2.40).
• Must pass PU entrance exam and interview.
• Foreign degrees require equivalency documentation.

Job Prospects
• Urban designer
• Conservation planner
• Heritage site manager
• Urban-development consultant
• Cultural resource specialist
• Researcher in urban design and conservation