The Planning MPhil at Queen's University Belfast is designed for aspiring researchers keen to address complex global challenges in spatial planning, climate change, marine spatial planning, and urban design. You will join a vibrant postgraduate community, integrated into active research projects and supported by dedicated academic staff with international expertise. This Master of Philosophy programme offers a unique opportunity to delve into contested spaces and development issues, building on strong international research partnerships and encouraging fieldwork in diverse global settings. If you are passionate about shaping sustainable futures and contributing to critical academic discourse, this course provides the ideal foundation.
You will pursue your research full-time on campus over two years, guided by a supervisory team appointed by the University. Your day-to-day experience will involve in-depth research, engagement with current scholarly debates, and potentially empirical studies in international settings, supported by the School’s extensive research infrastructure. You will benefit from dedicated mentoring and training within the School and across the wider university. Upon completion, you will graduate with advanced research skills and a comprehensive understanding of spatial planning, prepared for doctoral studies or impactful careers in policy, consultancy, or international development organisations.