The MRes Urban Futures offers advanced, research led training focused on sustainable cities, resilience, infrastructure, urban challenges, placemaking, health and well-being, and evidence-based analysis.
design an independent research project aligned to your interests, area of work and career goals, supported by interdisciplinary supervision from the Institute for Future Cities, Strathclyde Business School and other relevant departments
gain experience of working with relevant organisations to tackle the issues you care about
contribute new knowledge to a critical and fast-evolving field
combine core research skills training with a major dissertation
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2027
John Anderson Campus
16 Richmond Street,
Glasgow,
G1 1XQ, Scotland, United Kingdom
*Price shown is for indicative purposes, please check with institution
September 2026
John Anderson Campus
16 Richmond Street,
Glasgow,
G1 1XQ, Scotland, United Kingdom
A first‑class or upper second‑class Honours degree from a UK institution (or overseas equivalent) or a Masters level qualification (or equivalent) or equivalent professional experience. We welcome students from a wide variety of relevant disciplines including (but not limited to):
urban studies
architecture
engineering and design
climate and sustainability
environmental sciences
geography
business studies
management
economics
politics and public policy
social sciences
law
computer science
data analytics
We require two references, one of which must be academic, as well as transcripts and certificates of all degrees.
*There may be different IELTS requirements depending on your chosen course.
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