WELCOME MESSAGE FROM THE DIRECTOR

Welcome to the National University of Singapore!

We are delighted that you have chosen to study urban planning in a leading global university that aspires to shape the future and yet firmly rooted in Asia and fully cognizant of its challenges and opportunities. Being a premier comprehensive university, academic resources abound.

As for our international students, we are heartened that you have chosen to study in Singapore, an intriguing city – one of the most densely populated city-state and yet highly ranked in terms of liveability and sustainability. Singapore is a laboratory of planning ideas and methods as well as a test bed of urban solutions and technologies, particularly for high-rise high-density environments.

There is no better time to study urban planning. Since 2010, more than half of the world’s population live in cities. Rapid urbanization brings with it daunting urban and environmental challenges. Besides general issues such as climate change, resource depletion, environmental degradation, food security and global health, many cities are confronted with urban problems like ageing population, congestion, technological disruptions and social inequity. The values, knowledge and skills you acquire in the MUP programme will prepare you to be a solution provider, to help make cities more sustainable, more just and more liveable.

During these unusual times, teaching and learning may require more effort and imagination. Some programmes and activities may be circumscribed yet other opportunities open up. Enjoy this learning journey. There will be challenges but the rewards are also plenty.

Assistant Professor Zdravko Trivic Director, MUP Programme & Assistant Professor Naomi Clara Hanakata Deputy Director, MUP Programme

31 July 2023

General Structure Of The Master Of Urban Planning Programme

CURRICULUM (see Appendix)

The programme can be completed in two years (four semesters) on a full-time basis. To qualify for the Master of Urban Planning degree, a candidate must successfully complete at least 80 Units 1 by taking core courses 2 and electives

Core Courses

Core courses include all planning studios as well as those that teach foundational knowledge in urban planning, such as research methods, urban economics and history. The planning studios occupy a central space in the core curriculum as this is where students are challenged to translate what they have learnt into spatial thinking and integrative problem-solving.

Electives

Students can select up to six electives from the graduate-level courses offered at the Department of Architecture, CDE, NUS. This allows students to pursue his/her interests and find a path towards future specialisation. The list of electives may change every year depending on availability. In sone instances, students can also take electives outside of DOA based on their interests and future plans, subject to approval from the programme directors

Graduation Requirements

The graduation requirement is 80 Units and with a Grade Point Average (GPA) 3 of at least 3.00. The 80 Units are attained by completing the following:

• Four Essential Courses (Studio Projects) comprising 28 Units;

• Seven Essential Courses (Non-Studio) comprising 28 Units; and

• Up to six Elective Courses, selected from the multidisciplinary basket of approved Courses, comprising 24 Units.

Period Of Candidature

The MUP programme is designed to be completed in four semesters (two years) on a full-time basis. Full-time candidates must complete the requirements of the programme within a maximum candidature period of six semesters (three years).

1 ‘Unit’ in updated terminology refers to previous ‘Modular Credit (MC)’

2 ‘Course’ in updated terminology refers to previous ‘Module’.

3 ‘Grade Point Average (GPA)’ in updated terminology refers to previous ‘Cumulative Average Point (CAP)’.

Contact

PROGRAMME DIRECTOR

Assistant Professor Zdravko Trivic

Email – akizt@nus.edu.sg

Tel – (65) 6516 3567

PROGRAMME DEPUTY DIRECTOR

Assistant Professor Naomi Clara Hanakata

Email – hanakata@nus.edu.sg

TEACHING & ADMINISTRATION SUPPORT

Ms Charis Yeow Mun Kuen

Email – charis80@nus.edu.sg

ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM LEAD

Ms Teh Yee Boon

Email – YEEBOON@nus.edu.sg

Tel – (65) 6601 5746

DEPARTMENT OF ARCHITECTURE

College of Design and Engineering

National University of Singapore

4 Architecture Drive

SDE1 #03-01

Singapore 117 566