MSc Urban Planning (China) in Suzhou China | Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University

Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University | Suzhou China
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Qualification
Masters Degree (Taught)
Languages
English
Delivery Mode
On-Campus
Tuition (2025)
CNY 90,000
(c. USD13,281.03)
Attendance
Full-time
Full-time Duration
18 months

The MSc Urban Planning program offers a global perspective on urban planning with a focus on urban regeneration.
Cities worldwide are undergoing rapid and unique growth patterns never seen before. Future professionals will need to address the critical task of revitalizing, adapting, and renewing existing urban structures in major cities and regions to enhance sustainability and resilience.
This program welcomes students from various academic backgrounds, not just those with prior urban planning degrees. You'll develop cross-disciplinary expertise and practical skills to address urban renewal challenges across different settings while shaping visions for tomorrow's cities.
Acquire a comprehensive understanding of urban renewal through insights from diverse fields (including urban planning, architecture, geography, political science, and project management) in a research-driven academic setting
Take advantage of the University's prime location in the Yangtze River Delta region, where historical heritage meets modern development, providing exceptional opportunities to study contemporary Chinese urban planning and design approaches
Receive a University of Liverpool qualification accredited by the Chinese Ministry of Education and recognized internationally.

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Qualification Requirements

Bachelor Degree in a relevant field, such as urban planning, urban design, architecture, geography, economics, management, environmental science, social policy or public policy.
IELTS 6.5 (minimum 5.5 in all sections). TOEFL iBT or PTE Academic are also accepted. TOEFL - TOEFL iBT - 90 (minimum 18 in all skills)
The minimum entry requirements for all masters programmes:

CHINA
Top 100 of 2022 Shanghai Ranking or World-class universities or First-class disciplines (MoE, People's Republic of China): 75 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark)
Other universities: 80 85 percent or above (Weighted Average Mark), depending on your undergraduate institution
UK upper second class honours (2:1) or equivalent
NORTH AMERICA:
3.0 Cumulative GPA (out of 4) or
3.2 Cumulative GPA in the final two years of your undergraduate programme

Tuition CNY 90,000

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