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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • Study mode

    Full time

  • Start date

    28-SEP-26

  • Duration

    12 Months

Course summary

This programme focuses on the social, economic and political dimensions of urban design. You’ll learn how urban environments shape communities and how design can tackle social problems and create inclusive spaces.Drawing on our urban expertise from across LSE, this programme is distinctive for its studio-based approach. You’ll examine theory in a practical, real-world context – with a studio workshop, masterclasses and opportunities to learn from innovative practitioners.You’ll gain the skills to become an interdisciplinary urban practitioner and advanced urban thinker who can work across professional boundaries and help create sustainable and socially inclusive cities for all.This MSc City Design and Social Science attracts students from wide-ranging academic and professional backgrounds, reflecting the range of skills involved in urban studies, urban policy and urban design today. Our students come from architecture, urban design, planning and engineering backgrounds, as well as the broader social sciences, humanities, law and natural sciences.By the time you graduate, you’ll have well-rounded research, analytical and practical skills to contribute to the design, development and implementation of transformative urban projects in cities around the world.Graduate destinations:Graduates from this programme find international career opportunities across the urban design, planning and development fields in the private, public and community sectors – as designers and planners, project managers and consultants, researchers and entrepreneurs. A vibrant alumni network offers guidance and support for current students and recent graduates.

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£ 2,708month

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University information

London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London

  • University League Table

    3rd

  • Campus address

    London School of Economics and Political Science, University of London, Houghton Street, London, Greater London, WC2A 2AE, United Kingdom

Subject rankings

  • Subject ranking

    3rd out of 103

  • Entry standards

    / Max 200
    157 78%

    7th

  • Graduate prospects

    / Max 100
    83.0 83%

    3rd

    4
  • Student satisfaction

    / Max 4
    3.24 81%

    18th

    11

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