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Master of Urban Design and Planning
- London, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
MA treating urban design as part of town planning at different city scales.
Program highlights
- Internship available: no
- Placement support: yes
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2 years): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Apply core knowledge in Urban Design and Planning. Analyse discipline-specific problems using appropriate methods. Communicate professional ideas clearly. Use relevant tools and practices responsibly. Prepare for employment or further study in arts
- Design and media.
Career outcomes
- Urban design
- Planning and property development employers
- Architectural practices (master planning)
- Government
- Local authorities
- Research institutions
Curriculum
- The course examines urban design and development issues at different scales of the city with theoretical debate
- Treating planning as both a design and public policy profession.
Entry requirements
Academic
- A first degree
- Usually at least a 2:2
- Or three years of relevant post-qualification experience; Good maths or numeracy
- Communication and IT; English language test required. Some courses ask for more.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree (2:2 equivalent) in a relevant subject; HND plus three years' experience considered; Prior experiential learning considered
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 90
- PTE Academic 60
- Cambridge 180
- Duolingo Not published
Documents you’ll need
- Typically includes Passport or identity document
- Academic transcripts
- Qualification certificates
- Language proficiency evidence
- Completed application materials
- Curriculum vitae
- And personal statement or statement of purpose.
How to apply
- Check the course page
- Entry requirements and deadlines at lsbu.ac.uk/international/how-to-apply. Apply with the LSBU Online Application Form (up to two courses)
- Or through UCAS for undergraduate courses. Upload qualifications
- English test result and supporting documents. The International Admissions Team reviews the file and emails a decision
- Considering immigration history for a Student visa. Accept the offer and pay the deposit by the stated date. Receive the CAS
- Then apply for the UK Student visa with UKVI-compliant bank statements and a TB certificate if applicable. Attend International and University Welcome Week.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £17,820 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £50 GBP |
| Deposit | £13,365 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Southwark Campus |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Architecture and Planning |
| Department | Arts, Design and Media |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 60,180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 years |
| Scholarship note | LSBU lists international scholarships such as the Vice-Chancellor's International Merit Award and the Global Success Scholarship (lsbu.ac.uk/international/fees-and-funding/scholarships). |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
30 Jun 2027
228 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 30 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £17,820 GBP per year. The application fee is £50 GBP. The deposit is £13,365 GBP. The estimated living cost is £13,946 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 90, PTE Academic 60, Cambridge 180, Duolingo Not published.