The City Planning and Design (PgCert) at Queen's University Belfast is designed for aspiring professionals and current practitioners seeking to enhance their real-world project management and urban analysis capabilities. This postgraduate certificate addresses the critical need for strategic regeneration policies and innovative design solutions in contemporary cities. You will delve into diverse topics including green infrastructure, the inclusive city, urban technological developments, and low-carbon transitions, preparing you to tackle complex urban challenges with theoretical knowledge and practical skills. This programme is ideal for those aiming to shape more sustainable and equitable urban environments.
This full-time, on-campus programme is delivered over one year, blending theoretical insights with hands-on experience. You will develop essential GIS and data visualisation skills through demonstrator-led IT tutorials, alongside proficiency in software like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Sketch Up. A core component involves project sessions where you collaborate on live design projects for local authority and community clients, receiving direct feedback from tutors. Through self-directed study, seminars, and a combination of group reports, individual assignments, and portfolio submissions, you will graduate with a robust skill set ready for impactful careers in urban planning and design.