| Course Level: | Master's | |
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| Course Duration: | 2 Years | |
| Course Language | English | |
| Required Degree | 3 Year Bachelor’s Degree | |
Choosing the M.Arch in Urban Planning & Design at Korea University offers a unique blend of rigorous design education and strategic urban development expertise. The program emphasizes innovative, sustainable, and context-sensitive solutions to complex urban challenges, integrating cutting-edge technology with traditional planning principles. Students benefit from distinguished faculty, interdisciplinary collaboration, and access to Korea’s dynamic urban environments for hands-on learning. Korea University’s strong global network and emphasis on research-driven practice prepare graduates to lead in urban design, policy, and planning internationally. This program cultivates creative thinkers capable of shaping resilient, livable, and future-ready cities.
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Program Name |
M.Arch in Urban Planning & Design |
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Degree Awarded |
Master of Architecture (M.Arch) |
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Course Duration |
2–3 years (full-time) |
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Language of Instruction |
English / Korean (depending on course) |
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Yearly Tuition Fees |
Approx. 9,000,000–11,000,000 KRW (~7,000–8,500 USD) |
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Total Tuition Fees |
Approx. 18,000,000–33,000,000 KRW (~14,000–25,500 USD) |
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Total Program Cost |
Tuition + living expenses: ~30,000,000–45,000,000 KRW (~23,000–35,000 USD) |
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Eligibility |
Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Urban Planning, or related field |
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Admission Requirements |
Academic transcripts |
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Application Intake |
Fall Semester (typically August–September) |
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Scholarship |
Merit-based and need-based scholarships available; University scholarships for international students |
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Career Prospects |
Urban planner, urban designer, architectural consultant, policy advisor, sustainable development specialist, researcher |
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Curriculum Structure |
Core courses (Urban Design Theory, Planning Methods), Electives (Sustainable Urbanism, GIS & Smart Cities), Studio Projects, Thesis/Capstone Project, Internship opportunities |
