In a multidisciplinary study environment, you will learn to understand the current and future challenges of urban spaces. Through hands-on projects – for example, in cooperation with municipalities – you will analyze real situations and develop your own concepts for creating livable cities of the future 🌿📐.
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Study programmes
Urbanism - Concepts for the Built Environment (M.A.)
Your studies
Our Master’s program “Urbanism – Concepts for the Built Environment” 🏙️🌿 prepares you for the central challenges of contemporary urban development. You work in an interdisciplinary, international, and practice-oriented environment, engaging with the social, ecological, and spatial dimensions of urban transformation. From anthropology to mobility, from urban history to environmental sciences, the program gives you a comprehensive perspective on what makes cities livable and resilient.
In the first semester, you build a foundational understanding of urban neighborhoods 📚, while the second semester deepens your knowledge of urban networks and their functionality. The third semester is dedicated to your master’s thesis, allowing you to focus on your own research interests.
The interdisciplinary composition of the program fosters an inspiring learning environment, where theory and real-world projects – often in collaboration with municipalities and professional partners – are closely integrated. The curriculum aligns with the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and promotes a global, responsible perspective.
Core learning areas 📘:
Anthropology, psychology & social psychology
Urban history & urban planning
Mobility, environmental sciences & sustainability
Analytical and design tools for urban transformation processes
Through international case studies and hands-on scenarios, you gain a deep understanding of how cities function worldwide and how you can actively shape them for a sustainable future 🌍. Graduates emerge as reflective and responsible urbanists, ready to influence the future of cities and regions.
With the interdisciplinary skills gained in the Master’s program, you are fully prepared to actively drive change in urban development 🌍🏙️. You are qualified to analyze, design, and manage complex urban projects – always in alignment with ecological, social, and economic requirements.
Possible career fields & positions 🏢:
Climate Protection Manager 🌱
Environmental Planner ♻️
Urban Planner / City Architect (with design qualification) 🏛️
Manager in housing and development companies, city development authorities, and regional associations 🏘️
Project Developer and Consultant for urban research, analysis, and policy 📊
Roles in public organizations, private companies, research institutes, and NGOs
The demand for qualified professionals with interdisciplinary training is growing worldwide 📈. With your successful degree, you are well-equipped to succeed in this dynamic and future-oriented field.
