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  • Qualification

    MSc - Master of Science

  • Location

    Distance Learning Campus

  • Study mode

    Part time

  • Start date

    25-JAN-27

  • Duration

    3 Years

Course summary

Develop the skills and a comprehensive understanding of urban and rural planning. This online course will train you to become an effective, professionally qualified planner.Accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI), this flexible, Joint Distance Learning Consortium (JDLC) course will focus on all stages of urban and rural planning. This will include:Urban designPlan making and policyPlanning law and decision makingPlanning and place historiesThe development processFinanceImplementation and deliveryStakeholder participation and politicsAs part of your course, you’ll:Gain a critical awareness of the social, economic, political and regulatory nature of planningEvaluate development strategies and assess the challenges of planned interventions, sustainability and climate changeSpecialise in an area of personal interest through an Open University option moduleYou’ll be encouraged to develop links with research via the RTPI conference series. This will be through planning journals and other research seminars and professional practice conferences. Industry expertise The MSc Urban & Rural Planning (JDLC) course brings together diverse expertise from four different universities around the UK, including industry professionals. Your teaching team will ensure you get the best in urban and rural planning education. Professional recognition The course will put you on the first step of the ladder to becoming a Chartered Planner. Once you have completed the programme – taken together with a minimum of two years structured and mentored relevant experience – you’ll be able to apply to become of a member of the RTPI.

Tuition fees

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(International fees)

£ 3,817per year

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University information

Leeds Beckett University

Leeds Beckett University

  • University League Table

    86th

  • Campus address

    City Campus, Leeds Beckett University - City Campus, Woodhouse Lane, Leeds, West Yorkshire, LS1 3HE, United Kingdom

LBU is a global university, with alumni in 166 countries worldwide and a thriving Global Village network which welcomes and supports its students.
LBU is based in Leeds, at the heart of the UK. With over 70,000 students from across the world, Leeds is one of the UK’s most student-friendly cities.
Leeds Beckett celebrates the diversity international students bring and offers a range of scholarships to support all eligible students.

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