Master of Urban Design (MUD)
at U of T, Toronto

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Master of Urban Design (MUD)
at
U of T
Overview

International students can pursue Master of Urban Design (MUD) at PG level at University of Toronto. The duration of the course at the university is 2 years. The course is among the top-ranked courses in the International students must meet the entry requirements such as complete academic qualification, a valid test score in exams such as IELTS, TOEFL, PTE and Duolingo to be eligible for the course. The University of Toronto tuition fee for international students for Master of Urban Design (MUD) is around CAD 56,160 (INR 3,869,986) for first-year. Students must manage additional costs such as:

Rent
Hostel fees
Food, books
supplies
Utilities, etc.

The average University of Toronto cost of living is CAD 16,821 (INR 1,159,135).

Duration	2 years Get Curriculum
Tuition & Fees	₹37.57 Lakh Get Fees details
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Course Level	PG Degree

Master of Urban Design (MUD)

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Master of Urban Design (MUD)
at
U of T
Fees

The first-year tuition fee for the Master of Urban Design (MUD) at the University of Toronto is CAD 56,160 (INR 3,869,986). Moreover, the fee structure for the Master of Urban Design (MUD) comprises the first-year tuition fees, supplement charges, facility requirements, and other additional charges offered by the University of Toronto.

Apart from the tuition cost and university charges, students should also keep in mind the extra expenses to stay at the university or any nearby accommodation. They are required to manage the finances for various factors like rent, food, transportation, utility, and other personal expenses, which can vary as per the individual, however, the average cost of living is CAD 16,821 (INR 1,159,135).

Check the detailed information on the University of Toronto Master of Urban Design (MUD) on the fee breakup, from the table below.

1st year tuition fees

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Tuition & fees	INR 37,56,608
Application Fee	INR 8,361

Other expenses in 1st Year

Fees components	Amount (for 1 year)
Hostel & Meals	INR 11,25,176
Insurance	INR 50,570

Calculated at the exchange rate of 1 CAD = INR 66.89117 | Tuition & expenses were last updated on 12ᵗʰ November 2025

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Master of Urban Design (MUD)
at
U of T
Curriculum

Check more information about the University of Toronto Master of Urban Design (MUD) course by clicking the green button below. The Curriculum PDF covers various details and facts about the university including the specialization, courses, duration of the course, language requirement, electives and many more along with a semester-wise breakup of the course.

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Master of Urban Design (MUD)
at
U of T
Entry Requirements

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No specific cutoff mentioned

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CGPA - 8/10
A professional degree in architecture (BArch or MArch) or landscape architecture (BLA, MLA)

A final year average of at least mid-B from the University of Toronto or its equivalent from a recognized university

India specific requirements

Minimum GPA: 1st Class/Div or 8.0/10; 7.5/10 from Indian Institutes of Technology

A Minus GPA: 1st Class/Div or 9/10; 8.5/10 from Indian Institutes of Technology

B Plus GPA: 1st Class/Div or 8.5/10; 8/10 from Indian Institutes of Technology

Bachelors Equiv: Bachelors Degree, requiring a minimum of 4 years of study (e.g. BPharm, MBBS, BDS, BTech, BEng, BArch, etc.) or completion of BOTH a Bachelors (three-year) degree and a Masters
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TOEFL

Marks - 93/120
Overall Score: 93
Writing/Speaking: 22

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PTE

No specific cutoff mentioned

IELTS

Marks - 7/9
7.0 (Academic) with at least 6.5 for each component.

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Applicants with a degree in urban planning (MCP, MUP, or MScPl) may be considered for admission if they are able to demonstrate design potential in their application portfolio. Applicants may be required to complete design and/or visual communication workshops before they begin the MUD program, to prepare them for the design studio component of the MUD curriculum
All applicants must submit a portfolio of design work for review. Admission is based on the merits of the applicant's overall academic background and strength of design portfolio as evaluated by the admissions committee
The portfolio should include at least five (5) samples/projects documenting their creative ability
Text descriptions should be concise.

Identify the context of the work: academic, personal, or professional
Portfolios will be viewed on computer screens and monitors of different sizes (laptop, display, large format display; all with an aspect ratio of 16:10)
File type:
Adobe PDF file.

File size:
64 MB maximum > or less, total PDF file size.

File format:
One (1) single PDF file.
Each page of the PDF will be viewed separately.
Be sure to designate your layout viewing preference when saving your file:
2 page view = spreads (2 pages side by side in 1 page of PDF)
OR
Single page view = (1 page of PDF)

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Master of Urban Design (MUD)
at
U of T
Rankings

Course Ranking

University Ranking

Rank	Rank Publisher
#12	Pharmacy and Pharmacology QS, 2026
#22	PG Computer Science THE (Times Higher Education), 2026
#20	Mathematics ARWU (Shanghai Ranking), 2025

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Master of Urban Design (MUD)
at
U of T
Placements

Particulars	Statistics (2023)
Internship Available	Yes

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Students Ratings & Reviews

4.1/5

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Student Views (Based on Reviews)

30% students never faced discrimination in this university

Vibe of Campus

Academically oriented

Multi-dimensional

Friendly

Stressful

Internships3.5

Part time work3.4

Post study jobs4.3

Quality of faculty4.5

Student Life4.4

Value for money3.6

Public transportation4.5

Safety4.4

Indian Food4.3

Permanent Immigration3.7

Anonymous

BSc Hons in Physics and Astrophysics - Batch of 2026

4.5

Challenging yet Fulfilling experience at the University of Toronto

Tips: 1) The transition is the most difficult part of the process. There is a huge cultural shift, and the only way to overcome it is with time. I have become very independent, and honestly, the experience gives one the confidence to survive and thrive in any situation in any part of the world. 2) I received the International Scholars Award that contributes $180,000 towards my tuition at the university. It's an admission award given based on the student profile. 3) I am very satisfied with my education. I feel very confident about my future career options because of the skills and the opportunities I have gained over the last 4 years at the university.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1600

Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD

Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026Read more

Anonymous

BA (Hons) in Economics - Batch of 2028

3.9

Learning about myself everyday

Tips: Just come with an open mind, because almost every social norm is different from back home, and to thrive, you need to be social; otherwise, you might end up alone. I feel communication is by far the most important skill, so put yourself out there in situations where you are comfortable and have to communicate in all sorts of situations and with people from diverse backgrounds.

Likes (Student Life): The campus being in the heart of downtown Toronto, you can never get bored, and there is so much to do. The thing I enjoy most about my college life is to go on random side quests with my friend, play a random sport, explore the city, etc. I don't really participate much on campus, but there are tons of communities and opportunities.

Dislikes (Internships): Some faculty members' resources are very limited, and they don't prepare you very well for networking and job hunting. You need to do the majority of the work yourself, and even seeking help hasn't been very useful from my personal experience. Internships in Toronto are available in almost all fields.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 2350

Prepping time for classes16 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 90600

Reviewed on 19 Jun 2026Read more

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Master of Science in Biochemistry - Batch of 2028

4.7

Life and Research at UofT

Tips: Look, let's be totally real about U of T—the place is a brutal academic monster. There's a genuine reason everyone on campus calls it 'U of Tears.' The workload is just insane, the standards are ridiculously high and it honestly takes over your entire life. But if you can survive the grind, the sheer scale of the courses, the world-class mentorship, and the research opportunities you get access to are unmatched. Because Toronto is easily the most multicultural city in Canada, that exact energy bleeds right onto the campus. You'll find your people here pretty quickly, and blending into the student population isn't the hard part. The real challenge for international students is locking down doctoral funding. While U of T does guarantee a baseline graduate stipend package to support PhDs, direct international scholarships are highly competitive and limited. If you can secure your financial footing, it is easily one of the best, most well-equipped places on the planet to pursue serious research.

Likes (Permanent Immigration): I understand that Canada is still welcoming immigrants and is not as tight in providing permanent residency (PR) to immigrants as many other countries right now. Students pursuing higher education may have a higher chance of getting a PR here. If available oppourtinities feel right, I may decide to stay longer in this country.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 2200

Prepping time for classes50 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 65000

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026Read more

Anonymous

Bachelor of Applied Science in Civil Engineering - Batch of 2026

3.7

Very independent and structured.

Tips: Very research oriented yet fun loving campus. You'll learn a lot more than you initially sign up for yet you'll get an experience to cherish. Professors are very patient and available which makes things easier and the campus is very diverse as well. Learning format is independent and you'll be responsible for your own pace of learning.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1650

Prepping time for classes34 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 103725

Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026Read more

Anonymous

Master of Science in Clinical Epidemiology and Health Care Research - Batch of 2027

3.9

Good for exposure and growth.

Tips: I have had a mostly positive experience at university and it has taught me to become more self reliant and capable than before. The academic culture is more straightforward and optional reading isn't exactly optional. Scholarships can also be awarded as the academic year progresses. Part time jobs on campus are limited and very sought after so you'll be lucky to get one.

Total Monthly ExpenseCAD 1800

Prepping time for classes31 hours/Week

Expected Annual SalaryCAD 100650

Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025Read more

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Master of Urban Design (MUD)
at
U of T
Highlights

Master of Urban Design (MUD) is offered by John H. Daniels Faculty of Architecture, Landscape and Design under University of Toronto, Canada.
This a Masters level program of a course duration of 2 Years.
Download the brochure to read more details of this course.

Master of Urban Design (MUD)
at
U of T

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