Programme details

Master of Urban Resilience and Renewal

The Master of Urban Resilience and Renewal (MURR) program at UC is well-suited for individuals seeking to tackle comprehensive urban challenges and actively participate in community engagement.

Course description

Urban centers are increasingly facing challenges such as flood risks, coastal erosion, and rising sea levels. These issues are often compounded by demographic growth and urban expansion in many developing regions. While many postgraduate programs at universities focus on local planning legislation, there is a distinct lack of programs that specifically explore how communities respond to the challenges confronting cities today.

This program will be of particular interest to students who wish to engage with broader urban issues and collaborate with communities. The Master of Urban Resilience and Renewal (MURR) will focus on: the urban renewal efforts in Ōtautahi Christchurch.

Immigration benefits

This course may qualify for the following visa rights:
In-study work rights
Partner visitor rights
Partner work rights
Post-study work rights

This course qualifies for 5 points if applying for residency under the Skilled Migrant Category.

Career Prospects

The Master of Urban Resilience and Renewal imparts critical skills, knowledge, and competencies that enable graduates to secure professional positions in organizations dedicated to urban resilience and renewal. This program prepares individuals for careers in diverse sectors, such as environmental management, disaster risk reduction, hazard management, environmental consulting, and local and regional government roles.

The project component provides a unique opportunity to engage with a community or organizational partner on a research challenge that you have contributed to identifying. By collaborating with local organizations, graduates will acquire firsthand experience in influencing, shaping, and effecting positive change within their communities.

Entry requirements

To be eligible for enrollment in the Master of Urban Resilience and Renewal program, candidates must possess an accredited university degree that pertains to the fields of urban resilience and renewal, such as Geography, Environmental Science, Planning, Sociology, or other recognized disciplines.

If English is your additional language, you are also required to meet UC’s English language requirements. University recognises the following English Language tests and courses:

International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) – including online and One Skill Retake
Test of English as a Foreign Language Internet-Based Test (TOEFL iBT) – including Home Edition and Paper Edition #
CCEL English for Academic Purposes Level 2 (EAP Level 2) – including online
Cambridge English: Proficiency (CPE)
Cambridge English: Advanced (CAE)
Pearson Test of English (Academic) (PTE) – including online
New Zealand Certificate in English Language (NZCEL)
FluentIQ (*FluentIQ should be used where IELTS Indicator or TOEFL cannot be used)
LanguageCert
Trinity College London Integrated Skills in English (ISE)
Duolingo English Test (DET)