Urban Planning and Development, BSc (Hons), with industry placement

This programme, accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS), addresses the social, economic, and environmental challenges of creating sustainable places. It explores how planning shapes everyday life, from homes and community spaces to transportation, by examining the evolution and improvement of cities, towns, and rural areas through research and practice. Students will investigate the factors driving change and their impacts on health, wealth, and well-being.The course offers diverse career paths in planning, development, surveying, transport, and urban regeneration, with graduates achieving strong employment outcomes. It includes practitioner-led modules, a professional placement year for real-world application, and opportunities to enhance employability. Distinctive features encompass studying in a top-ranked school, learning from research-active staff, accessing advanced facilities like GIS, and optional international field trips to destinations such as Hong Kong or Tanzania.