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53 Best Urban Planning Master of Science (MSc) Degree Programs for 2024

Discover the leading Urban Planning Master of Science (MSc) Degree programs for 2024. Our list of 53 courses is tailored to help you excel in your chosen field with WeUni.

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MSc in Green infrastructure

The University of Manchester

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United Kingdom

Biology, Environmental Science, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

The MSc in Green Infrastructure integrates the disciplines of geography, landscape, and environmental planning to offer a comprehensive and pioneering educational experience. This program is the first of its kind, combining the theoretical knowledge, practical application, and evaluative techniques of green infrastructure. It equips students with a robust understanding of the necessity for green infrastructure and the processes involved in transitioning from design to implementation.

English

1 Year

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M.S. Applied Urban Science and Informatics

NYU Tandon School of Engineering

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United States of America (USA)

Urban Planning, IT & Computer Science, Information Systems

Master of Science (MSc)

The MS in Applied Urban Science and Informatics will provide you with the opportunity to take part in this mission by engaging in the interdisciplinary study of urban science and applying technical skills to problems facing cities all over the globe. You will learn to formulate questions about your surroundings, and then how to answer those questions using large data sets.

English

1 Year

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MSc in Urban Studies

The University of Manchester

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United Kingdom

Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

As the population of urban areas continues to grow, so do the challenges to secure an inclusive, just and sustainable set of futures. These challenges ask questions related to anthropology, architecture, business studies, economics, geography, history, and sociology. Drawing upon concepts from across these disciplines, the MSc Urban Studies will deliver a better understanding of how cities are confronting these challenges.

English

1 Year

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MSc in Sustainable Lands and Cities

The University of Edinburgh - Edinburgh Futures Institute

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United Kingdom

Environmental Science, Sustainability, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

The climate emergency brings an urgent awareness of the inter-relationships between land and human development. The pervasive exploitation of natural systems means populations face fundamental challenges for their future. Sustainable Lands and Cities brings together people who are committed to creating, shaping, and conserving sustainable communities. The programme is designed for both recent graduates and professionals from a wide variety of backgrounds in the public, private, and third sectors. This programme focuses on the fundamental nature of land; how it can be defined, understood, managed and used.

English

1 Year

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M.S. in Urban and Regional Planning

The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Architecture, Construction and Planning CACP

logo The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Architecture, Construction and Planning CACP

United States of America (USA)

Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning, Public Administration

Master of Science (MSc)

The 48 hour Master of Science in Urban and Regional Planning (M.S. URP) is designed to prepare students for leadership roles and careers in the public and private sectors of planning and designing communities and regions. The program has a strong focus on land use planning; design; policy; and economic, environmental, and cultural issues that shape urban and regional land development patterns in terms of infrastructure, housing, and open space systems. Emphasis is placed on developing research capabilities and graphic skills needed in planning. The degree program’s primary focus is to prepare students to become practitioners in the planning profession. The MSURP is taught with support of the Department of Public Administration in the College of Public Policy.

Master of Architecture

College of Fine & Applied Arts at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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United States of America (USA)

Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

Integrating theoretical and technical competencies, the Master of Architecture program nurtures future professionals through a comprehensive and flexible core curriculum. Students learn to analyze complex environments and propose innovative design solutions to the world's most urgent problems.

Erasmus Mundus Masters in Re-designing the Post-Industrial City

European University of Post-Industrial Cities (UNIC)

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Netherlands, Spain, Germany, Turkey, Belgium, Finland, Croatia

Sustainability, Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

Calling future urban thinkers who are curious about how we can revitalise post-industrial cities! This exciting and unique Master's programme wants to create an educational experience which recognizes and responds critically to issues of cities in different forms and stages of post-industrial transition and educates the next generation of specialists with the 21st-century skills and knowledge needed to address the challenges and opportunities of cities in transition and super diverse societies. It is the ideal program for professionals involved in the design, planning, management or evaluation of the city who want to join a vibrant knowledge and innovation community committed to rethinking more sustainable urban futures. RePIC fosters transformative modes of teaching, research, and learning - responding to post-industrial cities' specific challenges and characteristics.

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2 Years

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Master in Sustainable Urban Mobility Transitions (MSc)

EIT Urban Mobility Master School

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Spain

Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

Gain the knowledge to design and manage sustainable urban plans & policies, and the skills to drive responsible innovation.

English

2 Years

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MSc in Engineers for Smart Cities

Université Côte d’Azur (UniCA)

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Online

France

Engineering, Urban Planning, Information Systems

Master of Science (MSc)

A multidisciplinary study experience on smart city innovations and business solutions triggered by the transition towards sustainable urban environments. The program fosters talents in developing and implementing innovative smart city projects. Experts from academia and industry propose an innovative learning experience equipping participants with the right competencies to thrive in a fast-evolving employment landscape. The program is tailored also to suit government and corporate professionals seeking career development.

English

1 Year

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Master of Science in River Delta Development

HZ University of Applied Sciences

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Netherlands

Geology, Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

The English-taught Master’s program River Delta Development is a unique joint degree offered by three universities of applied sciences with complementing expertise in the field of water: HZ University of Applied Sciences (coastal regions), Van Hall Larenstein University of Applied Sciences (river systems), and Rotterdam University of Applied Sciences (urban water).

English

2 Years

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MSc in Landscape Architecture

Amsterdam University of the Arts - Academy of Architecture

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Netherlands

Architecture, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

Landscape Architecture is sometimes described as ‘drawing in the topography’, but the profession encompasses much more. During the Master’s programme at the Amsterdam Academy of Architecture, you will acquire the knowledge, insight, and skills that make it possible to solve spatial problems through design and to shed light on new topographical situations. This will take place at different scale levels, from a garden to the region.

English

4 Years

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MSc Urban Planning

Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

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China

Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Architecture, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

The MSc Urban Planning programme provides you with an international grounding in urban planning centred on the theme of urban regeneration.

Master of Science in Architectural Research and Design (M.S.ARC)

Tulane University

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United States of America (USA)

Design, Architecture, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

Our post-professional Master of Science in Architectural Research and Design degree program (formerly known as M.ARCH II.) is the most advanced research venue at Tulane School of Architecture. It is a selective design research degree that builds on the deep expertise of our faculty and the strategic commitment of the school and the university as a whole. It is intended for individuals with an accredited professional architecture degree interested in teaching and research as a career in the field of architecture.

English

1 Year

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Master of Science in Architecture in Real Estate Development

Woodbury University

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United States of America (USA)

Architecture, Urban Planning, Real Estate

Master of Science (MSc)

The Master of Science in Architecture in Real Estate Development (MSArch RED) program seeks to build upon the unique perspective and ethos of the architect. Through small class sizes and individual attention, we foster close mentoring relationships between faculty, staff and students. While architects design the way a building looks and works, they are seldom involved in the decision of exactly what to build. The MSArch RED program was designed to change the status quo.

MS in Geography

University of California Davis College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

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United States of America (USA)

Geology, Environmental Science, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

In this program, students gain advanced knowledge of the spatial interactions between humans and the biophysical environment, including landscape change; sustainable resource management; human and physical geography; domestication and geographical dispersal of plants and animals; biogeography and climate change; acculturation of indigenous peoples and immigrants; indigenous agrosystems; women in development; and medical-nutritional geography.

MS in Urban Planning for Transition

Università Iuav di Venezia

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Italy

Architecture, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

Iuav - University of Venice has long been recognised as one of the best Urban Planning Schools in Europe and across the world. It is the only university in Italy to provide thorough education and training in urban planning, architecture, design, visual arts, theatre and fashion.

English

2 Years

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Msc in Architecture

Amsterdam University of the Arts - Academy of Architecture

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Netherlands

Design, Architecture, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

During the Master in Architecture at the Academy of Architecture, you will learn how to find and promote your own position within the broad field of architecture. The concurrency education model, a proven combination of study and work experience, inspired guest lecturers from the field and the small-scale and international study programme in the center of the city, offers all the tools you need to develop into a fully-fledged architect, so that you can blossom into an inspiring spatial artist with your own architectural signature, who is fully equipped to play a central role in the design process.

English

4 Years

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MSc in Architecture, Building and Planning

Eindhoven University of Technology

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Netherlands

Architecture, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

The Netherlands, as part of a globalizing world, will increasingly face important developments, such as natural, demographic, societal and spatial and land use developments.

English

2 Years

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MSc in Landscape Architecture for Sustainable Urbanisation

Swedish University of Agricultural Sciences

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Sweden

Sustainability, Architecture, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

Would you like to expand your knowledge and skills in the field of landscape architecture's larger-scale developments? Then this is the right Master’s program for you

English

2 Years

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MSc in Net Zero Communities

University of the Highlands and Islands

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Online

United Kingdom

Environmental Science, Renewable Energy, Sustainability, Engineering, Urban Planning

Master of Science (MSc)

Communities have a key role to play in the development of a low-carbon society. Are you keen to discover more about how renewable and low-carbon energy production can play a central role in community development? Do you want to be at the centre of and lead these developments? This Developing Low-Carbon Communities course will enable you to do exactly that and, taught by recognised experts, you can be confident you will graduate armed with the most up-to-date information and highest quality skills.

English

1 Year

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Master of Science (MSc), Urban Planning

A Master of Science (MSc) degree is a postgraduate qualification that focuses on scientific and technical subjects. It provides students with advanced knowledge and skills in their chosen field, preparing them for careers in research, academia, or industry. MSc programs often involve a combination of coursework, research, and practical experience.

Urban Planning is a multidisciplinary field focused on designing and managing cities and communities to ensure sustainable development. Professionals in this field work on issues such as land use, transportation, infrastructure, and environmental sustainability to create livable and efficient urban spaces for residents. Urban planners play a crucial role in shaping the future of cities and improving quality of life for inhabitants.