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MSc - Master of Science
Sheffield Hallam University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
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MSc - Master of Science
Sheffield Hallam University
Full Time
SEP-25
1 year
MSc - Master of Science
Sheffield Hallam University
Part Time
SEP-25
3 years
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Course summary
Understand how our cities and neighbourhoods are developed and gain the relevant skills to shape their future. Accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI), this course provides an adaptable approach to learning with a range of specialisms to explore. Choose from environmental planning, urban design & development, planning for housing, historic environment, transport & infrastructure or economic development.
How you learn
All our courses are designed around a set of key principles based on engaging you with the world, collaborating with others, challenging you to think in new ways, and providing you with a supportive environment in which you can thrive.
The course explores the relationship between theoretical and practical knowledge through our dynamic approach to teaching. You’ll develop your skills as an independent, critical and reflective learner through a range of professional learning experiences. You’ll benefit from a mix of face-to-face lessons and online tutorials. Not only does our virtual learning platform help you interact with course material and other students – it also gives you the skills you need to operate as a contemporary planning professional.
You learn through
Future careers
A planning qualification can open up opportunities in
Planners are also employed across a range of public and private sector bodies in wider roles in wider policy development and in campaign bodies and pressure groups.
Accreditation
This course is accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.
Normally you must meet our general entry requirements and have a minimum of a 2:2 degree. For the part-time course, we may consider you without a degree if you have extensive relevant experience, and subject to the approval of the course leader and the Royal Town Planning Institute.
Students living in
Domestic
£10,310 per year
Students from Domestic
Our tuition fee for UK students starting full-time study in 2024/25 is £10,310 for the course.
£17,205 per year
Students from EU
Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2024/25 is £17,205 for the course.
£17,205 per year
Students from International
Our tuition fee for International/EU students starting full-time study in 2024/25 is £17,205 for the course.
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