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University of Manchester: Planning
| Institution | University of Manchester |
|---|---|
| Department | School of Environment, Education and Development |
| Web | https://www.manchester.ac.uk |
| planning.admissions@manchester.ac.uk | |
| Telephone | +44 (0)161 275 2814 |
| Study type | Taught |
MSc
Summary
MSc Planning is your gateway to a dynamic career shaping the cities, towns, and environments of tomorrow. Designed for graduates with ambitions in urban or environmental planning, this course equips you with the essential knowledge and practical skills to make a meaningful impact: whether you're aiming to work in the public sector, private consultancy, or beyond.
Accredited by both the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the course sets you on the path to becoming a chartered planning and development professional; a respected and influential role in shaping the built and natural environment.
You’ll develop a robust understanding of planning procedures, urban theory, and spatial analysis, while gaining insight into the real-world processes that drive development. From site assessments and design principles to planning applications, project implementation, and post-completion review, you’ll follow the full lifecycle of planning projects as they unfold.
Whether you want to reimagine underused urban spaces, promote sustainable growth, or lead major infrastructure developments, MSc Planning will give you the tools to deliver thoughtful, effective, and forward-thinking planning solutions in a rapidly changing world.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
MSc Planning is your gateway to a dynamic career shaping the cities, towns, and environments of tomorrow. Designed for graduates with ambitions in urban or environmental planning, this course equips you with the essential knowledge and practical skills to make a meaningful impact: whether you're aiming to work in the public sector, private consultancy, or beyond.
Accredited by both the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), the course sets you on the path to becoming a chartered planning and development professional; a respected and influential role in shaping the built and natural environment.
You’ll develop a robust understanding of planning procedures, urban theory, and spatial analysis, while gaining insight into the real-world processes that drive development. From site assessments and design principles to planning applications, project implementation, and post-completion review, you’ll follow the full lifecycle of planning projects as they unfold.
Whether you want to reimagine underused urban spaces, promote sustainable growth, or lead major infrastructure developments, MSc Planning will give you the tools to deliver thoughtful, effective, and forward-thinking planning solutions in a rapidly changing world.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
MSc Planning will provide you with the range of skills necessary for a career in urban or environmental planning.
The course is aimed at graduates who want a career in planning and development, either in the public or private sector.
It will provide you with the core knowledge, competencies and skills necessary to become a chartered planning and development professional and a member of both the RTPI and the RICS.
You will gain a solid understanding of planning procedures, urban theories and spatial analysis. You will study the processes that frame planning projects, from project inception, site assessment and initial design through to the planning, implementation and scheme disposal.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
Summary
MSc Planning will provide you with the range of skills necessary for a career in urban or environmental planning.
The course is aimed at graduates who want a career in planning and development, either in the public or private sector.
It will provide you with the core knowledge, competencies and skills necessary to become a chartered planning and development professional and a member of both the RTPI and the RICS.
You will gain a solid understanding of planning procedures, urban theories and spatial analysis. You will study the processes that frame planning projects, from project inception, site assessment and initial design through to the planning, implementation and scheme disposal.
| Level | RQF Level 7 |
|---|---|
| Entry requirements | We require a UK Honours degree with a First or Upper Second (2.1) classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline. When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification. |
| Location | Main Site University Recruitment And Adm Oxford Road Manchester M13 9PL |
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