About the course

MSc Global Urban Development and Planning will improve your understanding of global urban development issues, particularly relating to cities of the global South. Cities in Africa, Asia and Latin America struggle with growth, and urban communities in the developing world are increasingly faced with problems relating to poverty, informality and inequality, climate change, insecurity and lack of social cohesion. The course will also suit development professionals seeking to acquire new expertise in dealing with urban issues, and social development specialists working in the voluntary, private or public sector You will: focus on sustainable and equitable urban development planning in the global South, participate in cutting-edge conceptual debates in global urban development theory and practice, gain the skills to gather, organise and employ evidence and information from a wide variety of sources. 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£25,500

Intake	Location
Semester 1 (September), 2024	Manchester
Semester (September), 2025	Manchester

　　

How to apply

Entry requirements for University of Manchester

We require a UK bachelor's degree with a First or Upper Second classification or the overseas equivalent, in any discipline.When assessing your academic record we take into account the grades you have achieved, your academic references and the standing of the institution where you studied your qualification.

　　IELTS (Academic) test score of 6.5 or more overall, with a minimum writing score of 6.5 and no other subsection below 6.0.TOEFL internet-based test score of 90 or more overall, with a minimum writing score of 22 and no other subsection below 20

　　

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　　6.5

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　　TOEFL Internet based overall score: 90.0

　　

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