Explore architecture through the needs of communities facing disruption, environmental pressure and rapid urban change. This English-taught master’s connects design with international cooperation.
Course essentials
- Institution
- UIC Barcelona – Universitat Internacional de Catalunya
- Country
- Spain
- Subject
- Environmental sciences
- Study level
- Master's degree
- Teaching language
- English
- Study format
- On campus
- Campus
- Barcelona Campus, Spain; international fieldtrip and internship arrangements
- Duration
- 1 year, October to September (2 taught semesters)
- Credits
- 60 ECTS
- Tuition
- 2026–27: €10,980 tuition (€183 × 60 ECTS), plus €509 registration fees. The university states that the international fieldtrip is included in tuition; confirm other travel and living expenses.
- Intake
- October start. The page's admissions-call heading still refers to 2025–26, so confirm the next application dates directly.
Information reviewed: 2026-10-30
Learning and experience
Workshops, case studies and fieldwork bring architectural and urban questions together. The programme includes an international fieldtrip and a compulsory three-month internship. Students find their placement with support from the master’s team; a placement with a particular organisation is not guaranteed.
Who it may suit
It may suit architects, planners, engineers and related graduates interested in community-focused design, humanitarian projects or sustainable development.
Admissions and intake
UIC lists a relevant university background with a minimum 240-ECTS load, plus a portfolio, motivation letter, CV and at least B2 English. Check your qualification’s fit with admissions. The course is on campus, with field and placement components.
October start. The page’s admissions-call heading still refers to 2025–26, so confirm the next application dates directly.
Fees and planning
2026–27: €10,980 tuition (€183 × 60 ECTS), plus €509 registration fees. The university states that the international fieldtrip is included in tuition; confirm other travel and living expenses.
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