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Masters in Urban Planning in the UK

Study Urban Planning Masters Programmes

Urban planning is the development and design of land use and the built environment. This can include airspace, water, and the infrastructure passing into and out of urban areas. Good urban planners take into consideration the political, environmental, economic, cultural and social facets of a city, as well as understanding the physical aspects like air quality, water supply and infrastructure including buildings, roads and facilities.

The rapid growth of the worldwide population, as well as pressing climate change issues and questions around sustainable development, urban planners are having to be increasingly resourceful. This is making the training of urban planners more important, ensuring that graduates are well rounded and capable.

Study in the UK

The UK is a popular destination for international students who want to study abroad. With a wide range of universities offering a variety of courses, there are so many opportunities that students might not be able to find elsewhere. Each university will pride itself on offering high quality education from leading teaching professionals. A qualification gained in the UK will be well regarded across the globe, making an education in the UK a great investment in your future. As well as this, there are many highly ranked universities in the UK, around 17 of which are consistently appearing in the top 100 of the QS World University Rankings.

Masters in Urban Planning in the UK in 2024

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Urban Planning and Resilience MA

University of Kent United Kingdom

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Urban and Regional Planning MSc

University of Sheffield United Kingdom

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Urban Planning MSc

The University of the West of England, Bristol (UWE Bristol) United Kingdom

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Urban Planning - Developing and Transitional Regions MSc, PG Cert, PG Dip

Oxford Brookes University United Kingdom

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Urban Planning MSc

Newcastle University United Kingdom

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International Planning and Urban Design MSc

Cardiff University United Kingdom

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Urban and Regional Planning MSc, PG Dip, Postgraduate Certificate

Sheffield Hallam University United Kingdom

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Global Urban Development and Planning MSc

University of Manchester, School of Environment, Education and Development, University of Manchester, Faculty of Humanities United Kingdom

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Urban and Regional Planning MSc

University of Birmingham United Kingdom

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Urban Development Planning MSc

University College London (UCL) United Kingdom

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Sustainable Urban Design MArch

University of Nottingham United Kingdom

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