Master of Science in Design for Circular Cities (Professional)

Program Overview

The Master of Science (Design for Circular Cities) (Professional) equips individuals with the skills to design and implement sustainable urban environments. The program focuses on circularity within the built environment, emphasizing social, environmental, and economic perspectives. Graduates are prepared for careers in urban design, management, development, and environmental consulting, contributing to the creation of resilient and sustainable communities.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

The Master of Science (Design for Circular Cities) (Professional) course equips individuals with the skills necessary to thrive in the growing field of urban sustainability. It focuses on circularity within the built environment, enabling graduates to influence sustainable systems from social, sustainable, and environmental perspectives. The program emphasizes the design and implementation of urban environments that prioritize sustainable practices and contribute to the creation of environmentally resilient communities both locally and globally.

Outline:

The course comprises a total of 16 credit points, including:

• Core units (9 credit points):
• Components of the Circular City
• Interactions and Enablers of the Circular City
• Applied Design Research Lab
• Built Environment Practical Assessment
• Course elective units (4 credit points): Students can choose from a range of electives, including:
• Climate Change Adaptation and Mitigation
• Health Promotion
• Heritage Practice: Conservation and Managing Change
• Environmental Science and Global Change
• Property and Real Estate Context
• Pathway units (3 credit points): Students can select from either a Research pathway or an Advanced discipline coursework pathway.
• Research pathway: Research Methodology and Thesis
• Advanced discipline coursework pathway: Three units from one of the following themes:
• Environmental Systems - Natural Capital
• Urban Life - Social Cultural Capital
• Urban Systems - Human-made Capital

Assessment:

The assessment methods and criteria employed in the program vary depending on the specific units and pathways. However, common assessment types include:

• Assignments
• Essays
• Reports
• Presentations
• Examinations
Students are evaluated based on their ability to demonstrate:
• Understanding of key concepts and theories
• Application of knowledge to real-world scenarios
• Critical thinking and problem-solving skills
• Effective communication and presentation abilities

Teaching:

The program is delivered through a combination of lectures, tutorials, workshops, and practical activities. Students benefit from the expertise of highly qualified faculty members who are actively engaged in research and professional practice. Additionally, the program features opportunities for global study tours and hands-on experience through the applied design research lab unit.

Careers:

Graduates of the Master of Science (Design for Circular Cities) (Professional) are well-positioned for careers in various sectors, including:

• Urban design consultancies
• Urban management and governance
• Property development and housing
• Circular design specialists
• Environmental consultancies
• Urban regeneration and environmental agencies
The program prepares graduates to meet the growing demand for sustainable development practices and to contribute to the creation of more sustainable and resilient urban environments.