Urban Planning and Regional Development (Dubai) MSc 12 months Postgraduate Programme By University of Birmingham |TopUniversities

Programme overview

Main Subject

Urban Planning

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Shape the physical, social, and economic futures of cities and regions. Rooted in global excellence and based in Dubai, this MSc equips you to lead transformative urban and regional development through strategic planning, policy, and governance.


This MSc equips you with the strategic, policy, and practical skills to shape urban and regional futures. You’ll gain expertise in planning systems, governance, and placemaking, preparing you to lead smart, sustainable, inclusive development in complex, fast-changing global and regional contexts.


This programme is accredited by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Education.

Programme overview

Main Subject

Urban Planning

Degree

MSc

Study Level

Masters

Study Mode

On Campus

Shape the physical, social, and economic futures of cities and regions. Rooted in global excellence and based in Dubai, this MSc equips you to lead transformative urban and regional development through strategic planning, policy, and governance.


This MSc equips you with the strategic, policy, and practical skills to shape urban and regional futures. You’ll gain expertise in planning systems, governance, and placemaking, preparing you to lead smart, sustainable, inclusive development in complex, fast-changing global and regional contexts.


This programme is accredited by the United Arab Emirates Ministry of Education.

Admission Requirements

6+
4.5+
169+
64+
2:1 Honours degree (or above) in a related subject.

There is a possibility of entry with a 2:2, or equivalent, with sufficient professional experience to compensate for a lower academic qualification. You will need to show that you have acquired skills and insights to contribute to and benefit from the MSc programme effectively.

Relevant experience should ideally be in fields related to urban design and planning, such as work in urban development, environmental planning, public policy, transportation planning, or community development. Experience in architectural firms, public planning departments, real estate development companies, or non-profit organisations focused on urban or regional planning can also be considered. This work experience should demonstrate practical skills and a foundational understanding of urban design and planning issues, regulations, and practices that align with the core principles of sustainable urban design and planning.

1 Year
Sep

Tuition fees

Domestic
28,228 GBP
International
28,228 GBP

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