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University of Glasgow: City Planning PgCert
| Institution | University of Glasgow View institution profile |
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| Department | School of Social and Political Sciences View department profile |
| Web | www.gla.ac.uk/schools/socialpolitical |
| Study type | Taught |
Summary
This programme aims to help you acquire a broad foundation of knowledge in spatial and city planning, from which more detailed or specialist study can be developed. The aim of the programme is to relate academic thinking and research at the forefront of spatial planning to your own experiences, whether at work or in other endeavours.
WHY THIS PROGRAMME - There is significant input from industry in our teaching programme, including teaching on some courses, guest lectures and seminars. There are also informal opportunities to meet people from industry at open events and recruitment presentations.
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If you satisfy the progression requirements, this qualification provides an entrance route to the MSc City Planning.
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You can gain this qualification in a manner that works best with your professional commitments, either through one year of full-time study or on a modular basis over two or more years.
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An optional field trip to London will provide you with an insight into the complexities of city planning in a World City. Past trips have included visits to The Shard, King’s Cross, Battersea Power Station and a number of grassroot projects that focus on community development.
PROGRAMME STRUCTURE You will take three core courses and choose from a range of optional courses. Courses will involve you attending lectures, seminars and tutorials and taking part in projects, labs, field visits and team work exercises. Core courses will provide you with an understanding of the fundamental concepts of spatial planning and how to apply them to particular cases.
Core courses Planning Theory and Values Planning Systems and Procedures Sustainable Spatial Strategies Lab
Optional courses Community Empowerment and Engagement Digital Planning Systems and Tools Global Urban Challenges (10) Place Adaptation and Green Infrastructure Smart Cities and Infrastructure Sustainable Housing Development (10 Credits) Understanding Transport Choices Urban Conservation
CAREER PROSPECTS Career opportunities include positions in local and national government and private-sectors consultancies in spatial planning, development management and regeneration.
Postgraduate Certificate - PgCert
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
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| Entry requirements | 3rd/Pass (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject. Applications are considered on an individual basis, with particular consideration given to the applicant's practical experience. If you satisfy the progression requirements, this qualification provides an entrance route to the MSc in City Planning. You are required to complete and submit a question-based personal statement explaining why you want to undertake this programme at Glasgow. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
| Level | SCQF Level 11 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | 3rd/Pass (or non-UK equivalent) in any subject. Applications are considered on an individual basis, with particular consideration given to the applicant's practical experience. If you satisfy the progression requirements, this qualification provides an entrance route to the MSc in City Planning. You are required to complete and submit a question-based personal statement explaining why you want to undertake this programme at Glasgow. |
| Location | Gilmorehill (Main) Campus University Of Glasgow University Avenue Glasgow G12 8QQ |
The University of Glasgow’s School of Social & Political Sciences links core social science disciplines to deliver high-quality teaching and cutting-edge research. We offer a wide variety of programmes for those interested in the development and impact of economies and societies globally.
Founded in 1451, the University of Glasgow is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world. The University has a history of changing the world and the School of Social & Political Sciences is committed to nurturing the people who make it happen.
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