Urban and Regional Planning,MSc

University of Birmingham

United Kingdom, Birmingham

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University of Birmingham

United Kingdom , Birmingham

Key Facts

Program Level

Master by Course Work

Study Type

Full Time

Delivery

On Campus

Campuses

Birmingham (Edgbaston)

Program Language

English

Start & Deadlines

Next Intake DeadlinesSeptember-2026

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Duration 1 year(s)

Tuition Fee

GBP 28,080 / year

Next Intake September-2026

Urban and Regional Planning,MSc

About

Course overview

Our Urban and Regional Planning MSc prepares professionals to excel in planning and the built environment, addressing urban challenges and promoting sustainable development.

Land use and space are crucial for healthy communities and residents’ quality of life. Planners mediate competing interests, fostering equitable growth and sustainable, liveable environments.

This course is accredited by

Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI)

MSc Urban and Regional Planning provided a good balance of academic debate with practical application, especially as people working in the field were often integrated into the lecture programme.
Jenny Adams
MSc Urban and Regional Planning alumna

Course Structure

This course will run over 12 months in a full-time-mode. There is also scope to undertake the programme on a part-time basis.

While the exact content may change, in the first term you will typically complete the compulsory modules while in the second you will be able to choose from a range of optional modules. This is based on a full time Masters course. For part-time students we will devise a study plan in the first weeks tailoring your studies to your non-academic commitments.

In Semester 1, you will study the following modules:

Introduction to Spatial Planning (20 credits)
Urban Property Development (20 credits)
The Planner in Contemporary Society (10 credits)

Requirements

Entry Requirements

Holders of a Bachelors degree of four years duration from a recognised university in the Saudi Arabia will be considered for postgraduate study. Holders of Bachelors degree will normally be expected to have achieved a GPA of 3.0/4, 3.75/5 or 75% for 2:1 equivalency or 2.8/4, 3.5/5 or 70% for 2:2 equivalency.

Applicants for postgraduate research programmes should hold a Bachelors degree and a Masters degree, with a GPA of 3.0/4.0 or 75% from a recognised institution to be considered. Applicants with lower grades than this may be considered on an individual basis.

English Program Requirements

If you are an international student, you will need to demonstrate you have a suitable level of English proficiency, usually through the form of an IELTS or equivalent qualification.

For this course we require IELTS 6.0 with no less than 5.5 in any band, which is equivalent to:

TOEFL: 80 overall with no less than 19 in Reading, 19 Listening, 21 Speaking and 19 in Writing
Pearson Test of English (PTE): Academic 64 with no less than 59 in all four skills
Cambridge English: C1 Advanced - minimum overall score of 169, with no less than 162 in any component
LanguageCert ESOL SELT (UKVI): B2 'Communicator' with no less than 25 in each skill

Career

Career opportunities

This course is perfect for those aiming to gain a professional qualification that opens doors to a thriving career in spatial planning. You’ll be equipped to excel in regeneration, economic development, housing, and transport sectors. With a strong focus on employability, this program ensures you acquire the essential skills and knowledge highly valued by employers, setting you up for success in dynamic and impactful roles.

RTPI-accredited
Fully accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute, ensuring professional recognition

Careers Network

Get ready for tomorrow, with advice, guidance and opportunities at every step of your studies. From developing new skills to preparing for a PhD, our Careers Network can help you gain an advantage in the job market or advance in your field.

Whatever you plan to do after your degree, the Careers Network offers a range of events and support services including networking opportunities, career coaching, one-to-one guidance, careers fairs and links with leading graduate recruiters. We also offer subject-specific careers consultants and a dedicated careers website for international students.

Careers and employability