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MCD - Master of Civic Design
Liverpool Campus
Full Time
SEP
1 Year
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MCD - Master of Civic Design
Liverpool Campus
Full Time
SEP-26
12 Months
MCD - Master of Civic Design
Liverpool Campus
Full Time
SEP
1 Year
MCD - Master of Civic Design
Liverpool Campus
Part Time
SEP-26
24 Months
MCD - Master of Civic Design
Liverpool Campus
Part Time
SEP
2 Years
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In this course, you'll gain insights into the social, economic, and environmental challenges that urban planners face in designing cities that are functional, liveable, and sustainable. You'll also become familiar with various planning and urban design tools and methods that are used to address these challenges, and learn how they can be applied to specific contexts. By exploring the complexities of urban design and planning, you'll be equipped with the knowledge and skills to tackle real-world issues and create vibrant and resilient communities.IntroductionThis MCD taught programme is fully accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute and is offered both in full-time and part-time mode.Urban design and planning is a complex field that requires an interdisciplinary approach, drawing on expertise from the landscape, architecture, engineering, social sciences, and environmental sciences.Our course will introduce you to the fundamental concepts of urban design and planning, providing you with a solid foundation in the principles and practices of designing and managing urban spaces. You will explore the social, economic, and environmental challenges that cities face today and learn how to address these challenges through innovative design and planning strategies.By the end of the course, you will be able to analyse urban contexts, develop urban design proposals, and evaluate the social, economic, and environmental impacts of projects at different scales. Whether you aspire to become an urban designer, planner, or researcher, this course will provide you with the necessary knowledge and skills to succeed in your future endeavours.What you'll learnA critical appreciation of challenges facing modern society in terms of the need to reconcile economic growth and development with protecting and conserving the environment.An understanding of the diversity of planned interventions at a variety of spatial scales, which are designed to produce effective and implementable solutions to policy dilemmas.A range of analytical skills and techniques that are designed to develop appropriate and implementable solutions to a range of complex problems.
We accept a 2:2 honours degree from a UK university, or an equivalent academic qualification from a similar non-UK institution. This degree can be in any relevant subject discipline. Non-graduates with very extensive professional experience and/or other prior qualifications may also be considered.
Relevant work experience is not an entry requirement, but prospective students are encouraged to gain some familiarity with the work of planning professionals prior to joining the programme.
Students living in
Domestic
£12,500 per year
Students from Domestic
This is the fee you pay if the University is in the same country that you live in (England, Scotland, Wales, Northern Ireland)
£12,500 per year
Students from Other UK
The above-mentioned fee is for the Isle of Man
£12,500 per year
Students from Channel Islands
£24,100 per year
Students from EU
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from somewhere in the EU.
£24,100 per year
Students from International
The amount you'll pay if you come to study here from a country outside the EU.
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