MA Urban Design and Planning in Sheffield United Kingdom | The University of Sheffield

Develop specialized expertise in urban design and planning, tackle pressing global urban challenges, and prepare for an exciting career as a chartered planner with an urban design focus, both in the UK and internationally.
Pursue a Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) accredited program designed to launch your career in urban design and planning across public and private sectors.

Our MA program examines urban design and planning's vital role in addressing worldwide issues, offering opportunities to work on development challenges in both Global South and Global North contexts.

You'll gain specialized knowledge about the interplay between design and planning in modern cities. Learn from internationally renowned academics and leading practitioners at the forefront of their fields.

Career prospects
This MA prepares you for professional practice in urban design and planning worldwide. Alumni have secured positions globally, with strong employment rates in East Asia, India, and throughout the UK. Many graduates also pursue PhD studies in our prestigious research center.
Our Urban Design and Planning graduates are highly sought after by employers in consulting firms, government agencies, and nonprofit organizations across both private and public sectors.