Master of Architecture in Urban Design (M.Arch. UD)
Designing Sustainable Urban Futures for a Better Tomorrow — building professional capacity through real-life problems, workshops and interaction with renowned urban experts, developing an in-depth understanding of cities, particularly Indian cities.
Plan · Design · Transform
The M.Arch (with specialization in Urban Design) program focuses on building professional capacity through real-life problems, workshops and interactions with renowned Urban Experts. The coursework, seminars and research assignments are aimed at developing creative and analytical abilities of students. KSAP cherishes the individual interests and abilities of its students. The course focuses on the process of learning which will enable the students to have in-depth understanding of cities, particularly of Indian cities, through research, documentation and urban design interventions. The students are mentored to develop a holistic view of the city as a basis for designing the city/city components in the third dimension to address the various urban design issues through studio exercises, sponsored research and publications in collaboration with other institutions.
Course objective. Contextual study of urban design and its components which is culture specific and fuses rational planning and sustainable approaches with heritage values.
Organizational structure. Teaching in all subjects is regularly monitored and is updated periodically in its Board of studies to keep up with changing industry demands. Feedback regarding the course contents, syllabus and pedagogic methods is ensured, to constantly improve the course.
Human Centric Design
Inclusive and community-oriented.
Ecologically Sensitive
Resilient and native landscapes.
Morphologically Diverse
Adaptive and vibrant forms.
Integrated Urban Systems
Connected and efficient infrastructure.
Eligibility criteria
Full eligibility criteria for the M.Arch (Urban Design) programme are published on the official Admission page and in the programme brochure.
Full admission informationAdmission to the M.Arch (Urban Design) programme follows KIIT’s postgraduate admission process. Complete eligibility criteria, including the qualifying degree and minimum marks, are confirmed on the official Admission page and in the official programme brochure.
Download brochureWhat the programme prepares you to do
The Post Graduate Programme is designed to develop the following objectives and outcomes.
To keep architects at the forefront of technology with knowledge and skill-sets in collaboration with professionals & industry experts from core and allied areas to be effective stakeholders and leaders in policy and decision-making in order to address emerging challenges of mega cities.
To impart value-multiplier skill-sets within emerging urban practitioners and evolve new methods of pedagogy in the programme through multidisciplinary collaborations, development of research materials and training modules for professionals and academicians.
To develop keen understanding regarding the environmental issues caused by rapid and unplanned urbanization primarily in south and south-east Asian context, and steer towards the appropriate approach to protect, nurture and restore the ecological balance through sustainable principles of SDG 11.
To provide architects with requisite knowledge of the deep-rooted historic, socio-economic and cultural values of human civilization enabling them to become champions for social good and inclusiveness and engage themselves with ethical practices.
On successful completion of the programme, post-graduates should be able to –
Contribute to an in-depth understanding of cities, particularly of Indian cities, through research, documentation, analysis and critical thinking.
Demonstrate sensitivity towards the societal and cultural values through responsible and pragmatic solutions to urban issues.
Engage with society & civic agencies for resolving urban & environmental concerns with specialized skill-sets aligned with industry requirements.
Address the various urban design issues faced by the host city, Bhubaneswar and cities within similar regional context, through studio exercises, sponsored research in collaboration with different organizations from industry and academia.
Develop a holistic view of the city in order to resolve urbanization challenges and developmental issues.
Add to the global knowledge bank on urban developments through primary/secondary research, theoretical pursuits and publications.
Brochure
Download the official brochure for the M.Arch (Urban Design) programme.