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To become a town planning officer, you need to be a creative thinker with strong problem-solving and analytical skills. This role involves working on the layout and design of urban and rural areas including buildings, parks, roads and so on. Find out more about a career as a town planning officer.
While a degree is not absolutely vital, it’ll definitely help you to find a job and gain the skills you need to succeed. Subjects to consider include:
Many employers only take on candidates with an RTPI-accredited degree. You may be able to qualify while working as a trainee planner or planning technician, gaining relevant training alongside your job. However, this very much depends on your employer and if they’re willing to fund your progression.
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You don’t need a postgraduate degree if you choose a relevant RTPI-accredited undergraduate degree. However, if you don’t, you’ll need an accredited postgraduate qualification.
Examples of relevant taught and research MAs include:
You’ll need to be innovative and personable with a talent for managing people and projects.
We recommend getting some work experience when starting out as this will only make you more employable. You could also consider shadowing a town planning officer to gain insight into the industry and their day-to-day responsibilities. Your degree may include a placement year, which will equip you with in-depth knowledge of the industry.
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