Preparing civic
leaders for the future
Why study at the Norman Foster Institute?
The Norman Foster Institute offers a holistic education programme that encourages experimentation through research and specific projects focused on cities. The NFI provides a comprehensive and multidisciplinary educational experience, ensuring its students gain a diverse set of advantages and skills.
Learning
Students train using advanced tools that are applicable to diverse types of global cities.
Network
Students engage with the NFF’s global network of experts, practitioners, civic leaders and alumni.
On-site
experience
In 2024, students focus and work on three European cities, although the techniques used will have a global application.
Sustainable Cities
Go to Programme
Course Period January – December
Location Madrid, Spain
Cohort Size 30
Course Period
Location
cohort size
January – December
Madrid, Spain
30
Academic Council
Norman Foster
Kent Larson
Edgar Pieterse
Dava Newman
Alejandro Aravena
Deborah Berke
Shigeru Ban
Vishaan Chakrabarti
Beatriz Corredor
Oscar Fanjul
Elena Foster
Ian Goldin
Francis Kéré
José María Michavila
Our campus
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NFI City Lab
Learn more about the NFI City Lab
Cutting-edge Technology
The NFI has an innovative laboratory to support the students in the creation of their strategies for the pilot cities. It is furnished with large format displays, touch tables and an assortment of digital equipment to equip the students with tools for creatively and collaboratively discussing and presenting their work.
A Consulting Entity for Cities
The NFI City Lab aspires to become a trusted consulting entity for cities and entities around the world. The urban analytics workflows and toolsets, which will continuously grow alongside the work of the Institute, benefit not only the students but also the cities, policymakers and urban enthusiasts seeking sustainable solutions.
