Designing Spatial Transformations

University
University of Groningen
City, country
Groningen, Netherlands
Duration
1 years
Specialties
Architecture, Design, Landscape Architecture
Price
2695.00 EUR
Study language
English (ENG)
Degree
Master
Study start
2026-09-01
Deadline
2026-04-01
About
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Are you eager to tackle the spatial challenges of our time? Do you want to design innovative solutions for sustainable urban development and climate adaptation?

The Designing Spatial Transformations track in the Master’s programme of Environmental and Infrastructure Planning at the Faculty of Spatial Sciences offers you the tools and knowledge to address complex spatial challenges.

What you'll learn

  • Theoretical and epistemological foundations of spatial design
  • Advanced design methodologies and collaborative techniques
  • Integration of design and research in knowledge production
  • Collaborative design methodology, methods, and techniques
  • Visualization and communication skills
  • Critical analysis of current spatial design practices

Why study this track?

Graduates are equipped to design intelligent interventions and co-design proposals with stakeholders, addressing multifaceted challenges in urban and rural settings. You will culminate your studies with a master thesis focused on 'research on design,' 'research for design,' or 'research through design,' showcasing your skills in real-world applications.

Join us to become a leader in shaping sustainable cities and landscapes!

English language requirements
  • Cambridge C1/C2 certificate: overall score 180.

  • IELTS Academic: overall score 6.5 (min. 6.0 in all categories)

  • TOEFL iBT*: overall score 90 (min. 18 in Reading and Listening, 20 in Speaking, 21 for Writing)

  • TOEFL iBT*: overall score 4.5 (min. 4 in Reading, Listening and for Speaking, 4.5 in Writing)

Important requirements

Research university bachelor degree in spatial planning and design, land use planning, urban planning and design, landscape architecture, urbanism, urban/regional planning/development, environmental management, public administration with basic knowledge of spatial planning; Basic design skills are needed for the track 'Designing Spatial Transformations'

In order to asses you previous education the Admissions Board requires course descriptions.

Other requirements
  • A list of relevant course descriptions: This list should include statistics courses, research methods courses and demographic content knowledge courses. The list needs to include info on the content of each course, literature used, learning outcomes, and details of how each course was assessed.

The Master in Environmental and Infrastructure Planning opens up a wide field of potential careers in both the public domain and the private sectors. Our graduates:

  • Work in Governments: as policy advisors at international, national, provincial and local offices in charge of spatial planning, transportation or water management.
  • Work in Consultancy: as project managers national and international firms in engineering, design and sustainability.
  • Start their own business or go into research.