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PostgraduateMSc

Global Urban Development and Planning

University of Manchester
Manchester, England
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1 yearDuration
£30,500Per Year (Intl)
£12,600Home Fee
N/AContinuation Rate

Course Overview

Pursue your ambitions in social sciences with the MSc Global Urban Development and Planning at University of Manchester. Based in Manchester, England, this Russell Group university offers a research-led approach to learning, with a 1-year full-time and part-time structure. MSc Global Urban Development and Planning explores some of the most pressing challenges facing cities in the 21st century; particularly in the rapidly transforming urban landscapes of Africa, Asia, and Latin America. From rising inequality and informal settlements, to the impacts of climate change, insecurity, and social fragmentation, urban areas in the global South are at the frontline of global development issues. This course will deepen your understanding of how cities grow, govern, and evolve under pressure, while equipping you with the critical tools and practical approaches needed to... A minimum ielts score of 6.5 is required for admission. Graduates from this programme benefit from strong career prospects, with 88% student satisfaction rating.

What You'll Learn

Urban Growth and Globalisation
Governance and Institutional Analysis
Informal Settlements and Housing Policy
Climate Change and Urban Resilience
Planning for Social Justice and Equity
Urban Development Research Methods
Development Interventions and Impact Assessment
Global South Cities: Comparative Case Studies
Academic Year:2026-27 entry
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Entry Requirements

📋 Academic Entry Requirements

Postgraduate Requirement2:1

🗣️ English Language Requirements

TestOverallLRWS
IELTS Academic6.56666

L = Listening, R = Reading, W = Writing, S = Speaking

Tuition Fees & Funding

International Student Fee

£30,500

per year

Total Course Cost (12 months)£30,500

Home Student Fee

£12,600

regulated fee

Scholarships available for eligible students

Fees shown are for current entry. Fees may increase annually in line with inflation.

📊 OFFICIAL UK DATA

Graduate Outcomes

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💼 Employment Breakdown

75%Working
5%Work & Study
10%Seeking Work
60%Professional Jobs
Indicative Data

Graduate employment outcomes are based on national sector benchmarks for the CAH15-03-01 subject area and do not represent outcomes specific to this course or provider. These are indicative figures to aid comparison. For official graduate outcomes data, visit Discover Uni at Discover Uni.

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