Course overview Changes to government funding from Thursday 1 January 2026 Level 7 apprenticeships will continue to be government-funded for young people aged 16-21, and under 25 for care leavers and those with an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) at the start of their apprenticeship in England. From 1 January 2026, apprentices who do not fall in the categories described above, will not be eligible for L7 government funding. Accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI), our Level 7 Degree Apprenticeship enables employees to advance into professional planning roles, fully funded by the Apprenticeship Levy. Transform your future with our Chartered Town Planner Level 7 Degree Apprenticeship, combining university study and on-the-job training to advance your career in professional planning and achieve an MSc Urban and Regional Planning qualification. Course highlights Our Chartered Town Planner Degree Apprenticeship offers a day release structure, combining university attendance with practical work. The course utilises Birmingham and the West Midlands as a ‘learning laboratory,’ enabling you to specialise in areas such as urban regeneration, community planning, economic development, and urban resilience. Build strong foundations for a successful career in spatial planning and related fields Flexible Delivery: Part-time structure suits both learners and employers Research-Informed: Developed with research-informed teaching at a Russell Group University.