Course summary
Equip yourself for the planning profession by examining the factors that shape cities and rural areas and exploring how research is used in policy-making and evaluation. Course description Our one-year masters will help you get started in the planning profession. The course examines the factors that shape cities and rural areas. We’ll show you how research is used in policy-making and evaluation. You’ll develop research and design skills, and specialise in an aspect of planning. This MSc is innovative and intensive, with your study carefully structured. The first semester focuses on developing core skills and knowledge in planning, focusing on theories and practices of planning and policy making in the UK, Europe and the fast developing Global South. In the spring semester you'll apply these skills and knowledge to particular planning problems. You'll also have the opportunity to specialise your study through a number of option modules. You'll develop a good understanding of both theories of planning and public administration and its practice. Study in Europe You have the option to spend the spring semester at one of our European partner universities in either Aalborg, Amsterdam, Lyon or Milan. Accreditation This programme is fully accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). Completing an accredited course puts you on track to become a chartered town planner, opening up a wide range of future career opportunities. Please see our University website for the most up-to-date course information.
How to apply
International applicants
Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
Entry requirements
Minimum 2:1 undergraduate honours degree. We may also consider your application if you do not meet the standard academic requirements but you have relevant professional experience. English language requirements: Overall IELTS score of 6.5 with a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent.
English language requirements
Test | Grade | Additional details |
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IELTS (Academic) | 6.5 | With a minimum of 6.0 in each component, or equivalent |
Fees and funding
Tuition fees
No fee information has been provided for this course
Tuition fee status depends on a number of criteria and varies according to where in the UK you will study. For further guidance on the criteria for home or overseas tuition fees, please refer to the UKCISA website .
Additional fee information
Provider information
University of Sheffield
Western Bank
Sheffield
S10 2TN