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Become an urban designer

Urban Designers shape our towns, cities and regions

They create and regenerate outdoor spaces in towns and cities that are used by thousands every day – for work and play. They see the potential in every street or square, and bring their vision to life with drawings and graphics.

“The work I do is meaningful and it’s great to be a part of a team to help make a positive impact in someone’s experience of everyday life. Whether it is helping people travel in a safer, greener, healthier way, to helping reduce stress levels through interventions in the public realm. Every project brings its new challenges so I’m constantly learning.”

Amanda Gregor, Urban Designer

"Seeing how my work improves people's lives and the way they interact with their surroundings and the wider community is the ultimate reward for working in the built environment. Getting the opportunity to breathe new life into areas that have faced deprivations is extremely fulfilling."

Donald Roberts, Landscape Architect

What would I be doing day-to-day ?

  • Meeting people and helping them input into plans and projects
  • Preparing big-picture strategies for a whole town or city
  • Using the latest technology to create visuals of your plans
  • Coordinating design teams to make sure everyone sees the bigger picture
  • Writing proposals, plans and contracts
  • Visiting sites to check the progress of your projects
What kind of person am I ?
  • Interested in people – how they live and what makes them happy
  • Creative – able to use your imagination and put your ideas onto paper
  • Organised and methodical – you never miss a deadline
  • Good with numbers and managing budgets 
  • Comfortable with different types of individuals, and able to inspire and influence 
  • Happy at a computer/laptop in the studio and outdoors in all weathers

What our Urban designer say