Building, Planning and Urban Design
Designed and delivered by the School of Engineering, Geoscience, Infrastructure and Society, our degrees are for individuals interested in the planning, design, construction, sale and development of the built environment and infrastructure.
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Theoretical and practical understanding
Our degrees are designed to allow students to be completely immersed in both the theory and practice of urban design, building and development. With an emphasis on the social and political ramifications of design for a transformative just and sustainable urbanization, it seeks to realign conventional wisdom with a new way of thinking and doing.
Postgraduate Building, Planning and Urban Design programmes
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The unique opportunity to carry your studies to new places and experience new cultures, expanding your horizons on the way. You'll discover what it means to be a true global citizen and emerge prepared for wherever your career journey will take you.
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Dubai Student life and wellbeing
Heriot-Watt University encourages students to take part in activities, community services and networking to develop leadership skills, positive interpersonal relationship skills and encourages exposure to various cultures, ideas, arts and styles of life.
New Dubai Campus
Dubai has opened the doors of its brand-new campus at Dubai Knowledge Park.