Master in Urbanism - Fontys University of Applied Sciences

Are you concerned about how our surroundings and buildings are designed? Are you eager to reflect on the design and how to use it for upcoming generations? Are you interested in urbanism? If you’re looking for a unique learning experience, then this dynamic, creative, and practical master of Urbanism might be for you.

Our society, climate, technology, and the way we humans use our cities are facing immense changes. The purpose of urbanism is to respond to these changes and create future-proof, climate-resilient, and inclusive cities through our research, design, and practical processes. In this master’s program in Urbanism, you’ll learn how to effectively combine design intelligence with a reflective attitude and practical skills.

The competence-based curriculum is geared towards mastering seven crucial competencies: design, research, collaboration, communication, entrepreneurial skills, organization, and professional practice.

You’ll gain experience and education beyond the school curriculum by combining your study with employment in a professional environment. Additionally, the Academy itself is a laboratory for spatial assignments from real stakeholders, and the studio is the perfect place to apply new skills and methods to create design proposals for complex spatial problems.