University of Stavanger, West Norway

City and Regional Planning, Master of Science

Are you interested in how cities can become more sustainable, efficient, safe and livable? There is an increasing need for competent urban planners who understand sustainable urban development and design. The master program in City and Regional Planning qualifies you to understand and shape the cities of the future.

Cities and urban areas are growing fast. Engineers with technical insight and design understanding are needed to ensure sustainable urban development and smart cities. The cities of the future must be resource and energy efficient, and have smart solutions for buildings, transport and infrastructure.

Master in City and Regional Planning focuses on place making, site-specific understanding, spatial analysis, conceptual development and design, as well as planning processes, shaping robust urban infrastructure and communities, along with renewable energy solutions.

This master program will qualify you as urban planner or consultant within city and regional planning, transport planning, or place making.

Entry requirements

A bachelor“s degree within one of the following disciplines is required:

  • Planning
  • Civil Engineering
  • Architecture

The degree must include minimum 30 ECTS credits in physical planning, city and regional planning, landscape engineering, environmental or urban management, technical planning or equivalent.

Proficiency in English at an advanced level is required and must be documented. For more information, please visit the programme's website.

Level
Master
Duration
2 years | 120 ECT
Language
English
Application deadline

Non-EU applicants: Nov 15 - Dec 1

EU applicants: Feb 1 - Mar 1

Applicants with a Bachelor's degree from Nordic countries: Feb 1 - Apr 15

Entry requirements

A bachelor“s degree within one of the following disciplines is required:

  • Planning
  • Civil Engineering
  • Architecture

The degree must include minimum 30 ECTS credits in physical planning, city and regional planning, landscape engineering, environmental or urban management, technical planning or equivalent.

Proficiency in English at an advanced level is required and must be documented. For more information, please visit the programme's website.