About the course

Our RTPI-accredited Urban Planning and Resilience MA gives you the academic and professional core knowledge, understanding, skills and experience required to practice professionally as an urban planner and help cities address and find solutions for 21st-century challenges. The programme provides a challenging, exciting and dynamic learning experience. Building on your existing experiences and background knowledge, the MA is fully accredited by the RTPI (Royal Town Planning Institute) and will give you ability to transform your experience and knowledge into professional accreditation and a successful career in planning. During your studies, you develop an understanding of the planning profession with reference to how people and places interact. You take into account the unique needs and characteristics of different places and people through working with city teams in Canterbury and beyond.

　　You develop a range of problem solving, interpersonal and teamwork skills across the modules which complement the theory and enhance its application in practice. We develop your ability to work effectively within business, social and neighbourhood forums. Scholarships - View all scholarships Internships

　　

Start dates and prices

Course fees are indicative and should be used as a guide. Speak to a counsellor to get an accurate price.

　　Duration: 1 Year(s)Fees: GB£18,000

Intake	Location
Autumn (September), 2024	Canterbury
Autumn (September), 2025	Canterbury

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Kent

All applicants are considered on an individual basis and additional qualifications, professional qualifications and experience will also be taken into account when considering applications.

　　IELTS - 6.5 overall (with a minimum of 6.0 in each component) TOEFL iBT - 90 overall (with a minimum of 22 in R&S, 21 in W, 20 in L)

　　

English language requirements

　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　The next application deadline is 31 July 2024

Further information

Career outcomesIf you aren’t eligible for the above entry requirements, you might want to explore pathway options at University of Kent. If you want to find out more, please speak to our counsellors.

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