UDL Thesis Publication 2024

UDL Thesis Publication 2024: Celebrating Urban Design Innovation

Following the resounding success of the UDL Thesis Publication | 2023, which featured 37 remarkable thesis projects hailing from 20 diverse countries, the Urban Design Lab proudly presents the highly anticipated UDL Thesis Publication | 2024.

About the Publication

The Urban Design Lab thesis publication serves as a prestigious platform, inviting post-graduate and under-graduate students worldwide to showcase their pioneering design and research-based thesis projects within the realms of urban design, landscape architecture, and planning. By offering this platform, our aim is to spotlight global design and research trends, providing invaluable insights for both academic and professional communities while nurturing innovation and creativity in the urban design field.

Scope of the Publication

In the forthcoming publication, we aim to curate a selection of outstanding under-graduate and post-graduate thesis projects completed within the past five years, all centered around urban environments. These exemplary submissions will be compiled into a dedicated book, serving as the official record of the seminar proceedings. Each publication will be bestowed with an International Standard Book Number (ISBN), ensuring easy reference and global recognition.

Themes

- Urban Renewal: Encompassing the conservation, revitalization, and heritage revival of urban areas.
- Urban Landscapes: Focusing on the management of natural and built environments within urban settings.
- Urban Management: Emphasizing the comprehensive management of physical, social, economic, and infrastructural aspects in urban areas.
- Urban Networks: Highlighting connectivity, transit, and mobility within and between urban locales.

Submission Deadline - 20th July, 2024

Certification and Publication

All participants will receive certificates of participation, with the top 40 selected thesis entries featured in a distinguished publication bearing an ISBN number. Moreover, these top participants will have the unique opportunity to present their work to an esteemed panel of urban experts and professionals through an exclusive online seminar. Additionally, 10 Honorable Mentions will be recognized and featured on our website and social media platforms.

Eligibility Criteria

Participation in the UDL Thesis Publication requires adherence to specific eligibility criteria. Graduate students must have completed their undergraduate or postgraduate thesis within the past five years, focusing on urban design, landscape architecture, or planning. Additionally, the thesis must have received a passing grade from an accredited institution. Fulfillment of these criteria is imperative, as only works meeting these standards will be considered for inclusion in the publication.

Online Seminar

The culminating publication seminar will be conducted online over two days, featuring panel discussions and presentations exclusively from the selected participants. Prior to the seminar, the selected 40 participants will receive detailed scheduling, presentation, and formatting guidelines. Presentations will be categorized based on the themes of each individual seminar, adhering strictly to specified time limits.

Join us as we celebrate the vibrant tapestry of urban design innovation and research excellence at the UDL Thesis Publication | 2024. Let your voices be heard, and your visions shape the future of our cities.

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