Master of Science in Urban Design (MSUD) Brochure for the academic year (2018-2019).

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Learn to design the cities of tomorrow Career opportunities What do you need to apply? • A bachelor’s degree in a science-related subject from a recognized institution, or evidence of a relevant background.

As a graduate of our MSc program, you can look forward to a bright future in a whole host of roles and industries, including: Urban Design Manager

• A GPA of 2.75 on a scale of 4.00 or 3.75 on a scale of 5, or equivalent.

Real Estate Manager

• A minimum score of 550 on your TOEFL test, 6 on IELTS, or their equivalent.

Residential Neighborhoods Designer

• General Graduate Record Examination (GRE) or STEP (Verbal 154 Quantitative 158).

Urban Settlements Planner

Urban Spaces Designer Urban Development Organizations Consultant

• At least two letters of recommendation.

Real Estate Specialist

• A completed application form, along with a brief statement of purpose.

Urban Design Researcher

• To have successfully passed your interview with Effat’s Graduate Studies Admissions Committee.

Real Estate Researcher Amana and Municipality Officer Community Service Organizations Officer

Students who do not fulfill the admission requirements should take our one-year Pre-Graduate Program.

Real Estate Marketing Officer

What do you need to graduate? You’ll complete 42 credit hours, across four semesters. This includes 24 credit hours of core courses, nine credit hours of Thesis and Project (six for Thesis part-one and part-two, three for Project) and nine credit hours of elective courses.

Want to learn more? Visit www.effatuniversity.edu.sa or get in touch with our Admissions Office

Effat University PO Box 34689 Jeddah 21478 Saudi Arabia Telephone: +966 92 000 3331 Fax: +966 12 637 7447 Email: admissions@effatuniversity.edu.sa

Master of Science in Urban Design


Put your stamp on the city skyline. Choose a Master of Science in Urban Design.

What does this post-graduate program cover? The program provides knowledge of urban theory, design techniques, and procedures that challenge you to re-think urban design. It combines a common core curriculum, with the opportunity to take elective courses tailored to your areas of interest. The program offers two concentration options:

Urban Design and Practice

Urban Design and Real Estate

The political, economic and cultural climate defines how we design our cities. The 2030 Vision gives you a unique opportunity to redefine our cities and show the world the Saudi Arabia of the future. Lead the world in urban design A Master of Science in Urban Design from Effat University establishes a common intellectual ground for architects, planners and landscape architects. It challenges you to think about the way the world impacts on urban design.


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