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M.Sc. Urban Design

Technical University Berlin (TU Berlin) Berlin

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  • Winter intake
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  • English
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  • 3 semesters
    Duration
  • 15 May
    Next deadline

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About the programme

Technical University Berlin (TU Berlin) is a renowned institution known for its excellence in engineering and technology. The Urban Design (MSc) course offered at TU Berlin is designed to equip students with the knowledge and skills needed to address the complex challenges of urban development. The program covers a wide range of topics including urban planning, architecture, and sustainable development. Students have the opportunity to work on real-world projects and gain practical experience through internships and workshops. Graduates of the Urban Design (MSc) program at TU Berlin are well-prepared to make a positive impact on the future of urban environments.

Fields of study

Design(Architecture & Design)
Architecture(Architecture & Design)

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Requirements

What you need to apply for Urban Design at Technical University Berlin (TU Berlin)

English language

IELTS Overall
6.5/ 9.0
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Proof of knowledge of the English language at level B2 (or higher) of the Common European Framework of Reference for Languages (CEFR) – not required for high school graduation with English language

Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) or Graduate Record Examination (GRE) – only if available

Academic requirements

Completed Bachelor's degree
Required
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The formal admission requirement for the consecutive master’s program in Urban Design is a first university degree in architecture, urban or regional planning, landscape architecture or a closely related subject qualifying the applicant for professional work.

Proof of working experience of at least one year (preferably in the relevant working areas of energy) after completion of studies

APS verification

APS certificate
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APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Prerequisites

The formal admission requirement for the consecutive master’s program in Urban Design is a first university degree in architecture, urban or regional planning, landscape architecture or a closely related subject qualifying the applicant for professional work.

The Urban Design master’s program is taught in English. Applicants are therefore required to provide proof of English skills at CEFR level B2 or equivalent. This is a prerequisite for admission. Proof of German skills is not required.

You can find more information about the application, admission, and selection procedures in the application and admission regulations of the degree program

Documents checklist

What to prepare for your application to Urban Design

Programme-specific documents

Application form online application form from uni-assist (candidates with a first university degree not earned at TU Berlin) or direct application for master's degree TU Berlin (TU students/graduates).

Proof of professional first university degree legally certified, German or English copy (translated if needed) of a professional university degree (Bachelor, Diploma, Master’s degree, State examination or equivalent), performance records (certificates, duration of the study, final grade as well as the individual transcript of records and achievement in the different exam modules) or certified copy of the overview of ECTS level, showing courses and grades with a summary of subjects and grades. And a certificate of exmatriculation from the previous university or current registration certificate of the present university.

Evidence of language skills (see language requirements).

Previous studies in a master’s program: if you already are or were enrolled for a master's degree program in an institution for higher education, a change of university or a re-entry (for a higher semester only) is possible, as well as for lateral entrants (first and higher semester). In this case, the following additional paper documents must be provided before the application deadline. Download for documents only for extern applicants from uni-assist. If necessary, a copy of:

Proof of previous academic achievements in a master's program higher education framework law.

Study and examination regulations of the master's degree study.

Description of the previous study module.

Additional relevant proofs of the previous studies.

Additional documents: a copy of passport (pages with personal data) for international applicants or a copy of identity card for German applicants and current tabular overview of the school and higher education, additional relevant activities and experience in connection with the studies.

Additional documents to be submitted:

Hand-signed letter of motivation (approx. 1 DIN A-4 page). Please briefly explain why you wish to study at the TU Berlin. You can point out and describe special and professional qualifications related to TU Berlin focuses. Further documents certifying specialist qualifications and relevant credentials, internships, vocational training, stays abroad, prizes and distinctions, and

Work samples from the first degree, 6 to 8 DIN A-4 pages. You can choose up to three projects related to the fields of architecture, urban planning, landscape architecture or a closely related field. Please keep in mind the format requirements A4. A short text included in the 6-8 pages can be helpful.

This programme applies via uni-assist. Submit your documents through the correct channel before the deadline.

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How to apply

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Selection process

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Application quick facts

Apply via

Via uni-assist

uni-assist checks your papers first. Then the university decides on your application.

Mode

online

APS

Required for Application

APS checks your degree papers. You need it if your degree is from India, China or Vietnam.

Application fee

75 EUR

Address

Straße des 17. Juni 135

10623 Berlin

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Costs

Tuition

FREE

No tuition fees

Semester contribution

231.89 EUR

per semester

Application fee

75 EUR

per application

Estimated year-1 total cost

23,408 – 34,808 EUR

Includes tuition, semester contribution, and estimated living costs. Range accounts for lifestyle differences.

This programme has restricted admission (NC). Admission is competitive and based on academic performance.

Additional fee information

free

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Admission outcomes

Community-reported data from MS in Germany students (2018-2025)

Acceptance rate

100%

1 accepted out of 1 total applications

Grade benchmarksGerman scale (1.0 = best, 4.0 = passing)

3.60

Avg. accepted grade

German scale

3.60

Best admitted grade

German scale

Based on 1 applications from MS in Germany students 2018-2025.

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