MSc Planning
University of Manchester
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MSc - Master of Science

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MSc - Master of Science

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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 ...Read more

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.

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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.

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University of Manchester
Oxford Road Manchester Greater Manchester M13 9PL United Kingdom
Nearest train station: Manchester Piccadilly  0.3 miles away
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