Advanced Sustainable Design MSc
The University of Edinburgh
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Advanced Sustainable Design gives you the knowledge, skills and creativity to put theory into practice in the sustainable development of our cities, towns and countryside. We work from the scale of building systems to entire regions. This programme engages with architecture, design and planning but interested applicants can apply with degrees outside of these fields. Our programme is delivered in a series of practical projects supplemented with teaching on all aspects of built environment ...Read more

Advanced Sustainable Design gives you the knowledge, skills and creativity to put theory into practice in the sustainable development of our cities, towns and countryside. We work from the scale of building systems to entire regions. This programme engages with architecture, design and planning but interested applicants can apply with degrees outside of these fields. Our programme is delivered in a series of practical projects supplemented with teaching on all aspects of built environment sustainable design. You will have the opportunity to work in building simulation modelling and gain desirable skills for the workplace. We believe that successful sustainable development is not achieved only through technical solutions. You will: explore the complex relationship of design to contemporary sustainable agenda form creative solutions using design practices for our towns, cities and countryside engage in cultural and professional debates about the built environment gain a distinctive and expert voice in this field This programme is affiliated with the University’s Global Environment & Society Academy: Global Environment and Society Academy

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Entry requirements

Normally a UK 2:1 honours degree, or its international equivalent, in a relevant subject.

Because of the design element in this degree we look for evidence of engagement with sustainable issues and design.

Your portfolio should be one, single PDF file of no more than 10 pages. We ask you to put together a collection of visual support material of work you have done at University, professionally, or following your own interests. It can include drawings, photographs, journals and notebooks. You should demonstrate evidence of engagement with sustainable issues and design. We accept filesharing links.

If you do not meet the academic entry requirements, we may still consider your application on the basis of your portfolio and/or relevant professional experience.

Tuition fees

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£13,000 per year

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Standard single room - 9950 per year

£13,000 per year

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Students from England

Standard single room - 9950 per year

£13,000 per year

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Students from Wales

Standard single room - 9950 per year

£13,000 per year

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Students from Northern Ireland

Standard single room - 9950 per year

£30,500 per year

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Students from EU

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Standard single room - 9950 per year

£30,500 per year

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Standard single room - 9950 per year

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The University of Edinburgh
Old College, South Bridge Edinburgh EH8 9YL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Edinburgh Waverley  0.2 miles away
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