Program Overview

MSc Town Planning

Introduction to MSc Town Planning

Prepare for a rewarding career in urban planning by studying for our Royal Town Planning Institute accredited Master's degree in Chelmsford.

Course Options

• 12 months full-time
• 15 months full-time
• 28 months part-time
• 33 months part-time

Key Facts

• STUDY OPTIONS: 12 months full-time
• START DATES: September
• LOCATION: Chelmsford
• FEES:
  • £11,100 UK students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)
  • £18,600 International students starting 2025/26 (full-time, per year)

Teaching and Assessment

12 months full-time

• Year 1
  • Sustainability and Environmental Management
  • Planning Principles and Concepts
  • Planning Implementation
  • Site Studies and Urban Design
  • Planning and Society
  • Plan Making and Policy
  • Research Design and Methods (15 credits)
  • Housing and Planning
  • Major Project or Dissertation for MSc Town Planning

Entry Requirements

• A second class honours degree or above in a subject that is cognate within the built environment fields.
• If English is not your first language, you will be expected to demonstrate a certificated level of proficiency of at least IELTS 6.5 (Academic level) or equivalent English Language qualification.

Fees and Paying for University

• Tuition fees for UK students (2025/26): £11,100
• Tuition fees for international students (2025/26): £18,600
• Additional course costs:
  • General stationery and printing for reports, A3 portfolio pad, model-making materials: £120
  • Student contribution to subsidised field trip to a European city: £200

Facilities

• Award-winning learning facilities, including extensive library and IT resources
• Expert staff who will guide your research interests and career development
• Full support from our Employability Service, while you're studying with us and after you graduate
• Support, should you need it, with study skills, health and wellbeing, and more.

Accreditation

• Our Town Planning course is accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and provides two years' free student membership of the institute alongside a route to full Chartered status of the Institute attainable two years after graduation.

Careers

• We take pride in giving our graduates a great start as highly-qualified urban and suburban planners, whose knowledge and experience are well matched to the current needs of the industry.
• You’re also in the perfect position to continue your academic career and move up to our Built Environment PhD or Professional Doctorate.
• Take advantage of our Alumni Scholarship and save £400 on your fees.