Newcastle University

Master in Planning, Master of (MPlan Honours)

Newcastle upon Tyne, United Kingdom Taught in English Open to international students

Why students choose this program

  • Taught in English
  • No application fee

About Master in Planning, Master of (MPlan Honours)

For Master in Planning, Master of (MPlan Honours), the tuition fee is 36,513 USD per year.

Influence the way our environment is developed or conserved with this dual accredited Master of Planning degree. Take the first steps towards becoming a Chartered Town Planner on our dual-accredited degree. Our Master of Planning MPlan programme is accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). It's designed so you can fast-track your route to chartership. Build your core competencies in urban planning, apply them through a year of professional practice, then refine and specialise them in your final year. Our degree equips you with the practical knowledge, providing a solid foundation in: urban planning processes, housing policy, climate change, urban design. You'll also undertake a year of paid professional practice, which contributes towards your professional experience for chartership. Returning for a final year, you’ll specialise in today and tomorrow's key areas of planning. These are currently regeneration, green infrastructure and landscape planning, global sustainable development, or urban design. Throughout the MPlan degree we use the real-life example of Newcastle to explore the impact that past, present and future planning decisions can have on existing built environments and communities. You'll end your degree with valuable professional experience and a dual-accredited postgraduate qualification.

About Newcastle University

Newcastle University, based in Newcastle upon Tyne in the United Kingdom, is a research-led institution with a large and diverse student community. The university combines strong academic programs across sciences, humanities, engineering and health with active research centers and partnerships. International students are well represented on campus, which promotes a global learning environment and a broad range of student services to support academic success and personal development.

Students at Newcastle benefit from modern facilities, industry connections and opportunities for practical learning through placements and research projects. The university emphasizes employability and supports career preparation with dedicated services, internships and links to regional and national employers. Academic staff work closely with students to foster applied skills, critical thinking and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Newcastle upon Tyne offers an energetic city life, affordable living compared with larger UK cities and excellent transport links to the rest of the country. International students can enjoy cultural events, a welcoming local community and opportunities for part-time work and volunteering. For those seeking a research-active university with strong student support and clear pathways into professional life, Newcastle University is a compelling choice.

Master in Planning, Master of (MPlan Honours): Frequently Asked Questions

What are the fees for Master in Planning, Master of (MPlan Honours)?
Tuition: USD 36,512.89 per year.
Is Master in Planning, Master of (MPlan Honours) available online?
This is an on-campus program at Newcastle University in Newcastle upon Tyne.

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