The City Planning and Design Masters Degree at Queen's University Belfast is designed for aspiring professionals seeking to shape the future of our urban environments. You will explore critical issues such as green infrastructure, the inclusive city, and low-carbon transitions, developing essential urban and data analysis skills. This programme is ideal for those passionate about creating strategic regeneration policies and impactful design solutions, preparing you to address demographic challenges and the future of urban housing. You will gain a comprehensive understanding of planning theory and practice, equipping you to make a tangible difference.
This full-time, on-campus Masters programme is delivered over one year, immersing you in real-world project management through live design projects for local authority and community sector clients. You will acquire theoretical knowledge and practical application across diverse topics, including urban technological developments and critical heritage perspectives. Your studies culminate in a substantial thesis, allowing you to delve deeply into a chosen area of urban planning and design. You will graduate with a robust portfolio and the expertise to pursue careers in urban regeneration, policy development, and sustainable city design.