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Master of International Planning and Urban Design
- Cardiff, United Kingdom
- 1 year
- English
- On campus
- Master
About the program
A 1-year full-time MSc in International Planning and Urban Design, offered by the School of Geography and Planning.
Program highlights
- Internship available: yes
- Placement support: no
- Work during study: yes
- Post-study work rights (2): yes
- PR pathway friendly: no
What you will learn
- Develop foundational knowledge in International Planning and Urban Design. Apply skills related to 1-year full-time MSc
- Core modules include Site Planning
- Design and Development. Interpret relevant evidence and communicate findings within the discipline.
Career outcomes
- Planning and urban design in public
- Private and third-sector organisations
- Policy-making
- Consultancy
- Project management
- Academic career
Curriculum
- 1-year full-time MSc. Core modules include Site Planning
- Design and Development
- Planning City Futures
- Designing Cities
- Urban Theory Provocations and Research Methods. Options include Environmental Policy and Climate Change and Digital Planning and Development. Ends with Dissertation (60 credits).
Entry requirements
Academic
- Degree requirement: a 2:2 honours degree in a relevant subject area such as architecture
- Economics
- Engineering
- Geography
- Planning
- Politics and history
- Sociology
- Or an equivalent international degree
- Additional academic criteria: UK 2:1 honours degree or equivalent international degree for most courses (2:2 for some
- E.g. Software Engineering MSc)
- MBA also needs 3 years work experience and interview.
Accepted academic background
Bachelor's degree in a relevant subject (UK 2:1 or international equivalent), some courses need programming, work experience or a portfolio
Language tests
- IELTS 6.5
- TOEFL iBT 88
- PTE Academic 69
Other requirements
- Work experience required
Work experience details
MBA also needs 3 years work experience
Documents you’ll need
- Completed Application
- Official Academic Transcripts
- Passport or Identity Document
- Previous Degree Certificate
- Academic References
- Statement of Purpose
How to apply
- Review the International Planning and Urban Design admission requirements and the current intake deadline. Complete the application through the university application portal. Prepare academic transcripts and evidence of previous qualifications. Include evidence of the required professional experience. Provide English language test results if required. Submit the supporting documents requested by admissions. Confirm the applicable application fee before submitting the application. Review any admission offer and complete the required acceptance steps. Prepare the appropriate student immigration application if necessary.
Other costs
| Tuition per year | £25,950 GBP |
|---|---|
| Application fee | £35 GBP |
| Deposit | £3,000 GBP |
Program details
| Campus | Cardiff |
|---|---|
| Faculty or school | School of Geography and Planning |
| Department | School of Geography and Planning |
| Teaching language | English |
| Credit value | 180 |
| Study pace | Fixed |
| Post-study stay | 2 |
| Scholarship note | Potential Cardiff University scholarship or funding opportunities may be relevant to International Planning and Urban Design. Confirm the award, international eligibility, funding level, and application dates with the institution. |
Intakes and deadlines
Program starts
September 2027
Apply by
18 Jun 2027
217 days left
Frequently asked questions
The program takes 1 year.
The next deadline is 18 Jun 2027. Apply early, because some programs close when places fill up.
Tuition is £25,950 GBP per year. The application fee is £35 GBP. The deposit is £3,000 GBP. The estimated living cost is £10,539 GBP.
Accepted language tests: IELTS 6.5, TOEFL iBT 88, PTE Academic 69. Work experience is required.

