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Housing, Regeneration and Urban Management at Leeds Beckett University - UCAS

Leeds Beckett University

Degree level: Postgraduate
Awarded by: Leeds Beckett University (formerly Leeds Metropolitan University)

Housing, Regeneration and Urban Management (Taught)

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2024 - 20252025 - 2026
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Course summary

Take a step towards becoming a Chartered Town Planner by studying policy issues, sustainability and wellbeing, and learning how to respond to current urban challenges. Whether you’re a recent graduate in a related subject, or a professional working in the field, this innovative, accredited course will allow you to investigate the latest issues and developments in housing, regeneration and urban management and join the path to becoming a Chartered Town Planner. As part of your course you’ll:

  • Develop expertise in leadership and management, community engagement and spatial planning
  • Learn to appraise and implement policy while keeping a critical eye on the contemporary housing and regeneration field
  • Be entitled to free student membership of the Royal Town Planning Institute and the Chartered Institute of Housing
Find out more Industry recognised Accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH), this course will give you eligibility for chartered membership of the CIH and licentiate membership of the RTPI when you graduate, putting you on the main pathway to qualify as a Chartered Town Planner. Membership of both professional bodies brings you an extensive package of careers advice, information, guidance, updates and networking opportunities. Industry links The course is delivered in a vibrant city where investment and large-scale developments will offer scope to apply your knowledge and hone your skills on real-life projects. Industry expertise You’ll be guided by staff with extensive hands-on experience in industry. Our built environment research team have contracts with the UK government and governments across Europe, as well as links with local authorities, social enterprises and leading housing companies, ensuring your learning remains current and up to date. Your learning will benefit from the input of leading practitioners working in partnership with planners and urban designers. You’ll also have the opportunity to network and build contacts with key players in industry. Why study Housing, Regeneration and Urban Management at Leeds Beckett University...
  • Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and Chartered Institute of Housing (CIH) accredited course
  • Part-time study option
  • Industry experience expert course team
  • Opportunity to network with industry professionals
  • On graduation you'll be eligible for chartered membership of the CIH and licentiate membership of the RTPI, which is the main pathway to qualify as a Chartered Town Planner

Modules

Core Modules:

  • Housing & Urban Regeneration Policy
  • Independent Learning Contract: Urban Futures Project
  • Leading Partnerships & Change
  • Policy Implementation & Appraisal
  • Sustainable Communities
  • Theoretical Contexts
  • Research Methods
- Dissertation

Entry requirements

Applicants should either have at least a 2nd Class Honours degree in the cognate subjects of housing, health, geography, planning, social sciences or a professionally orientated subject of teaching, environmental health or community work, at least a 2nd Class Honours degree in a non-cognate subject supported by evidence of an aptitude for the subject applied for, or have equivalent experience or training, normally from within the work environment. Experience in this instance would be assessed by the course team and supported by a reflective essay. All applications should be supported by a reference, either academic or professional. Applicants whose 1st language is not English require IELTS 6.0 (with a minimum 5.5 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

Please see www.leedsbeckett.ac.uk for fee information.
Housing, Regeneration and Urban Management at Leeds Beckett University - UCAS