GD184 - Graduate Diploma in Urban Design
Plan: GD184 - Graduate Diploma in Urban Design
Campus: City Campus
Overview
Program detailsPurpose of the ProgramArticulation and pathwaysEntrance requirementsExternal accreditation and industry linksStudent expenses and charges in addition to feesLibrary, IT and specialist resourcesProgram details
Award title: Graduate Diploma in Urban Design
Award abbreviation: GradDipUrbDes
Total credit points: 96
Career: PGRD
Duration: 1 year full-time
Location: Onshore, City campus
Owning school: Architecture & Urban Design (320H)
Owning school URL: www.rmit.edu.au/about/schools-colleges/architecture-and-urban-design
ASCED code: 040103
CRICOS code: 103218C
Top of pagePurpose of the Program
The Graduate Diploma in Urban Design is an exit point from the Master of Urban Design program.
The Diploma program provides an intensive, multidisciplinary environment for advanced study of contemporary urbanism through design practice. As Urban Design is positioned at the intersection of several urban disciplines, such as planning, architecture, landscape architecture and development, this program advances the role of design research and innovative design practice in confronting the many, critical issues affecting cities. Speculating about the future of cities in light of increasing environmental, social and economic change, for example, is a primary objective.
The program is part of RMIT’s ‘Urban Suite’ initiative, an industry-linked laboratory for urban-based research including Urban Development (School of Property Construction and Project Management, PCPM) and Urban Planning (School of Global, Urban and Social Studies, GUSS). Coursework is integrated across these disciplines and collaborative projects are designed to encourage exchange of disciplinary expertise, information and approaches toward urbanism.
The program is especially designed for advanced professional development and/or specialisation for architects, landscape architects and other design professionals working with the built environment. Master of Urban Design graduates pursue many professional pathways, including work in private practice, state or local government, or as a consultant to urban planning, property development, or non-profit community organisations. A flexible program structure and combination of face-to-face and online delivery modes is designed to suit working professionals.
Top of pageArticulation and pathways
The Graduate Diploma in Urban Design is available as an exit award of the Master of Urban Design (MC193).
You will have the option of exiting with the Graduate Diploma in Urban Design if you have successfully completed the 96 credit points listed in this program structure, or a combination of completing some courses and having been granted credit for previous study at an equivalent level (AQF 8).
Top of pageEntrance requirements
This program is an exit award from the Master of Urban Design MC193.
Top of pageExternal accreditation and industry links
In Australia there are no professional bodies that recognise or accredit programs of urban design.
As urban design is often practiced as a specialisation within the disciplines of Architecture, Landscape Architecture or Urban Planning, applicants with accredited degrees in these fields may already have or pursue professional registration through those institutes.
Industry Links:
The interdisciplinary program structure links coursework to professionals in related industries, such as urban developers, project managers, urban planners, local and national government representatives and academic research partners. Integrating this industry expertise into the coursework is a key distinguishing aspect of this program. The project-based curriculum focuses on present and future issues in contemporary urbanism in collaboration with relevant professional, community and governmental bodies.
The program aims to contribute speculative yet applicable research to contemporary urban questions locally and globally. Teaching staff includes practicing architects, landscape architects and urban designers. Adjunct and visiting staff from local and international practices are also invited.
Top of pageStudent expenses and charges in addition to fees
Once you are enrolled as a student in this program you will need to allow for expenses other than university tuition fees. Additional expenses may relate to the purchase of lecture notes, textbooks, stationery, consumables such as printer paper, fees levied by commercial internet service providers for internet access outside of the university campus, and other relevant costs.
Top of pageLibrary, IT and specialist resources
The Design Hub at RMIT will be the primary location for the Master of Urban Design program. Lectures and studio instruction may also occur in Building 8, Building 45 and Building 88. Some dedicated space will be available for postgraduate students in the Design Hub.
RMIT does not have dedicated studio spaces outside timetabled classes but we do have a range of project spaces where projects can be assembled and their resources productively arranged, available out of timetabled classes and studios (24/7).
You will have access to many specialist facilities including: advanced CAD laboratories, Construction Technology workshops, Digital Design and Manufacturing Laboratories, Modelling Workshops, 3D scanners and printers, laser and foam cutters as well as various metalworking, woodworking, vacuum forming equipment and CNC manufacturing machines.
Library resources and services
As a student enrolled in a program at RMIT University you can access the extensive services, facilities and study space provided by the Library. You can access books, journals and other course related materials, such as DVDs, past exams, newspapers and e-books. Through our document delivery service you can also request items from any library in the world.
Computers for study are available at every Library site, where you can access the Internet, myRMIT (www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit) or Library e-resources. If you have a laptop you can access the RMIT University wireless network in the Library.
Library staff can show you how to find information for your assignments or you can work through web-based tutorials or use our online Ask a Librarian service. The Library is continually expanding our electronic collections to make it easier for you to get the information you need when you need it. All RMIT University students have unlimited access to quality electronic resources such as, e-books, e-journals and newspapers.
You can find more information on Library resources and services at: http://www.rmit.edu.au/library
Online learning tools and content
You can access online learning tools and content for your program and associated courses at myRMIT http://www.rmit.edu.au/myrmit
Services available to you as a student at RMIT University
RMIT University provides a wide range of resources and opportunities to assist your learning and wellbeing so you can achieve your study and career goals. Services are available face to face and online assisting with:
- transition to tertiary study and learning
- study skills, academic skills including literacy, mathematics and basic sciences if relevant
- enabling assistance if you have a disability, long term medical condition or other form of disadvantage which may impact on your learning
- career development and employment
- living and wellbeing (including advice on health, housing and financial matters)
- opportunities for scholarships, leadership and study abroad
- opportunities for participating in arts, sport, recreation, fitness activities as well as student activism and university governance
We also offer a friendly and supportive environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students. You can find more information at http://www.rmit.edu.au/students
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