MA Urban Planning and Resilience

The MSc in Urban Planning and Resilience is a postgraduate course offered by the University of Kent. This course offers an innovative blend of theory and practice, preparing students to confront contemporary challenges in urban planning and resilience. The course is designed to develop a broad understanding of these global issues by drawing on international case studies.Course Content: This course aims to provide students with a thorough understanding of urban planning and resilience by combining up-to-date theory with real-world, practical applications. It covers major aspects of urban planning, including planning issues and practices, urban resilience, and sustainability. The course is highly flexible, allowing students to tailor their studies according to their interests and future career aspirations.Key Modules: Some of the key modules of this course include Planning Law and Governance, Heritage, Urban Design and Conservation, Climate Change and Energy Policies, and Sustainable Cities and Neighbourhoods.Accreditations: The MSc in Urban Planning and Resilience is accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS) and the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI).Future Careers: Upon successful completion of the course, graduates can pursue a wide range of career opportunities in planning, sustainability, and resilience-related fields. This includes roles in public planning agencies, private planning consultancies, and non-profit organisations. Graduates may also continue their research pursuits via a PhD or other advanced degree programs.For more information on this course, please visit the official course page.