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Masters Degrees in Urban Planning, United Kingdom

We have 123 Masters Degrees in Urban Planning, United Kingdom

Masters Degrees in Urban Planning, United Kingdom

A Masters degree in Urban Planning teaches you how to design and organise cities. In the UK, these programmes show you how to make towns better places to live by planning roads, parks, and buildings. To get into one of these programmes, you usually need a degree related to planning or geography.

Why study an Urban Planning Masters?

Studying an urban planning Masters helps you learn how cities work and grow. You'll understand what makes a city safe and pleasant for people.

These courses teach you how to plan where homes, shops, and schools should go. You’ll also figure out ways to improve traffic flow and make spaces green with parks or trees.

Hands-on projects are often part of the studies where you'll create plans for real communities. These experiences help prepare you for working on actual city projects.

With this degree, careers can include becoming a city planner who shapes future neighborhoods or working with governments to improve urban areas so they are better places for everyone.

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If you’d like to see Urban Planning Masters from around the world, check out our general Masters in Urban Planning search.

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Henley Business School

At Henley Business School, our industry focused Masters courses combine the latest academic theory with hands-on, immersive experience, preparing you to tackle the business challenges of today. You'll be surrounded by an extensive global network of industry connections, alumni, and faculty staff from around the world. This comprehensive support system will equip you to lead with confidence and make meaningful contributions to global issues. Our programmes are designed to nurture ethically grounded leaders capable of building a better, fairer tomorrow. You'll benefit from lectures from internationally recognised faculty members, talks from industry leaders, business skills workshops, group projects, seminars, tutorials, dissertation guidance, and extensive access to virtual learning.

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Faculty of Social and Historical Sciences

Shape the future with UCL Social and Historical Sciences. We offer over 60 specialist postgraduate programmes across a diverse range of subjects. Our interests span the globe, as we seek to understand the social, political, economic, cultural and environmental processes that have shaped the world over time. Our academics are at the forefront of innovative, interdisciplinary research and education that creates a meaningful, real-world impact. We’ll challenge you to think critically, engage with global challenges, and seek creative solutions. Renowned for our excellence in teaching and research, we foster a vibrant culture of innovation. From tackling climate change to addressing economic inequality, our academics, alumni, and students are dedicated to exploring new ways to address pressing global issues.

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Faculty of Engineering Sciences

Welcome to the UCL Faculty of Engineering Sciences! Studying a postgraduate degree with us means getting the skills needed to change the world. We’re acknowledged as a world-leading institution and you’ll benefit from our excellence in teaching and research, our outstanding facilities in the heart of London and the superior career prospects we offer our students. We offer a huge range of programmes and courses across the spectrum of engineering disciplines – including mechanical, healthcare, electric, chemical, biochemical, civil, structural and environmental. We also incorporate teaching beyond traditional engineering, including management, crime science, computer science, and engineering and public policy. We are a uniquely multidisciplinary faculty, and this drives our innovation, our progressive pedagogical approach, and our commitment to solving the world’s toughest challenges.

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Business School

Founded in 1495, the University of Aberdeen is Scotland’s third oldest university and the fifth oldest university in the UK, with a rich heritage and a global reputation for academic excellence. University of Aberdeen is home to over 14,000 students from 130 different nationalities, and is consistently ranked among the world’s leading institutions. Ranked 8th in the UK for Business and Management Studies in the Guardian University Guide 2025. Ranked 15th in the UK for Business, Management and Marketing in the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2025 . Ranked 4th in the UK for Accounting and Finance in the Guardian University Guide 2025. Ranked 13th in the UK for Economics in the Guardian University Guide 2025.The University of Aberdeen has been ranked 3rd in the UK, 4th in Europe and 19th in the world for its real estate research (EduRank 2024).

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Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences

We are a vibrant faculty based in the heart of London with a long tradition of world-leading research and teaching in physics, mathematics, chemistry, computer science, and engineering. Our internationally-renowned scientists work across traditional subject boundaries, leading cutting-edge research, tackling global challenges, and answering fundamental questions about our world and universe. Our vision is to advance academic excellence, innovation, and impact in natural, mathematical, and engineering sciences to benefit our students, staff, and society. Interdisciplinary collaboration is at the core of our academic activities, enhancing student learning and accelerating discovery and innovation.

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Faculty of Life Sciences

UCL’s Faculty of Life Sciences is a world-leading community of researchers, educators and innovators, tackling the biggest challenges in human health and the living world - from cancer and infectious disease to biodiversity, neuroscience and drug discovery. Our postgraduate programmes are delivered across three exceptional schools: Biosciences, Pharmacy and Psychological Sciences, combining cutting-edge science with real-world impact. You will study in the heart of London, supported by outstanding facilities, expert supervision and strong links with clinical, industry and global research partners. Join a diverse and collaborative environment where curiosity, rigour and creativity drive discovery - and where students graduate prepared to shape the future of science, healthcare and society.

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Edinburgh College of Art

Edinburgh College of Art (ECA) brings together creative practices that shape the world around us. As part of the University of Edinburgh, ECA offers innovative postgraduate programmes across art, design, history of art, music, architecture and landscape architecture, grounded in research-led teaching, critical enquiry, collaboration and real-world practice. Teaching is delivered by internationally recognised academics, artists and practitioners who support students to develop ambitious, independent and socially engaged work. Students benefit from outstanding studios, workshops and digital facilities, a supportive and inclusive creative community, and rich opportunities for interdisciplinary collaboration across the wider University. Based in Edinburgh’s historic Old Town, students learn in one of Europe’s most inspiring cultural environments, with exceptional access to world-class galleries, museums, archives and festivals, preparing graduates for diverse creative and professional futures.

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City Planning - MSc

University of Glasgow  | 
College of Social Sciences

The Masters in City Planning will help you develop a critical understanding of cities. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available
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Urban Planning - MSc

University of the Built Environment  | 
Estate Management

Cities shape our daily lives, influence our wellbeing, and drive economic growth. View course

 Online  Part time
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Urban Informatics MSc

King’s College London  | 
Faculty of Natural, Mathematical & Engineering Sciences

Our MSc in Urban Informatics programme trains you to apply computer science methods and data analysis to urban environments… View course

 On campus  Full time  Scholarships available

Urban Development Planning MSc

University College London  | 
Faculty of the Built Environment

The Urban Development Planning MSc nurtures urban practitioners with the capacity to catalyse collective interventions towards more equitable and socially just urban futures. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

MSc Urban Design and International Planning

The University of Manchester  | 
Faculty of Humanities

MSc Urban Design and International Planning provides a specialist understanding of the relationship between urban design and planning by focusing on issues that are of international significance. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time

MSc Urban Design and Planning

University of Sheffield  | 
School of Geography and Planning

Study a course fully accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) designed to prepare you for a dynamic and rewarding career in urban design… View course

 On campus  Full time  Scholarships available

Urban Planning (MSc)

Sheffield Hallam University  | 
Postgraduate Courses

Explore the environmental, social and economic aspects of urban planning on a professionally-accredited masters course. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

Urban Planning - MSc

Newcastle University  | 
School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape

Our Urban Planning Master's provides a core introduction to urban planning issues, professional and theoretical debates and their application to live cases and places. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time

Transport and City Planning MSc

University College London  | 
Faculty of the Built Environment

The Transport and City Planning MSc blends cross-disciplinary insights on transport and urban planning. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

MCD Urban Design and Planning

University of Liverpool  | 
Department of Geography

In this course, you'll gain insights into the social, economic, and environmental challenges that urban planners face in designing cities that are functional, liveable, and sustainable. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

Sustainable Urban Planning and Design MSc

University of Birmingham  | 
School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences

Critically analyse the challenges faced by urban areas in designing sustainable, inclusive, and healthy urban environments, evaluating the effectiveness of various mitigation strategies and policies. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time

Urban Transport - MSc

University of Glasgow  | 
College of Social Sciences

The Masters in Urban Transport offers a comprehensive academic approach to a career in one of the most salient and pressing issues in contemporary… View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

Urban Design and City Planning MSc

University College London  | 
Faculty of the Built Environment

UCL’s Urban Design and City Planning MSc equips you with a multidisciplinary skill set crucial for careers in urban design, city planning, and related fields. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

International City Planning MSc

University College London  | 
Faculty of the Built Environment

UCL’s International City Planning MSc provides an international perspective on planning systems and cultures, urban theories and local practices… View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time  Scholarships available

Spatial Planning - PGDip

Newcastle University  | 
School of Architecture, Planning and Landscape

Our Spatial Planning PGDip gives you the academic and professional core knowledge, understanding and skills to enable you to practise professionally as an urban planner. View course

 On campus  Part time  Full time
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