This graduate course explores historical and modern urban design theories, focusing on debates, paradigms, and models of urban form and sustainability. It examines strategies for creating healthy, sustainable communities through lectures, readings, assignments, and workshops. Case studies of diverse cities illustrate the intersection of urban design and sustainability, with specific emphasis on the UAE's socio-political and geographic context. The course benefits students interested in urban design and prepares those without prior design backgrounds, like engineers and scientists, to engage with core theories and practices. Ultimately, it aims to enhance urban places for residents and foster urban regeneration.