How long is the Planning MSc at University of Manchester?

The MSc in Planning at University of Manchester has a duration of 12 Months.

Is Planning at University of Manchester full-time or part-time?

This MSc is offered Full-time (other study modes may also be available — see the page for full options).

Where is the Planning course taught?

The course is taught at Manchester.

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Name: Planning
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University of Manchester

Last updated 24 March 2026

Postgraduate MSc Full-time 12 Months Architecture and planningBuilding and construction

About this course

MSc Planning will provide you with the range of skills necessary for a career in urban or environmental planning.

The course is aimed at graduates who want a career in planning and development, either in the public or private sector.

It will provide you with the core knowledge, competencies and skills necessary to become a chartered planning and development professional and a member of both the RTPI and the RICS.

You will gain a solid understanding of planning procedures, urban theories and spatial analysis. You will study the processes that frame planning projects, from project inception, site assessment and initial design through to the planning, implementation and scheme disposal.

Study Options

This course is available in 2 study options:

Part-time

Duration: 24 Months

Qualification: MSc

Location: Manchester

Full-time Shown above

Duration: 12 Months

Qualification: MSc

Location: Manchester

Career Prospects

Graduates from this course typically go into the following occupations. Click through for salaries, employment rates and other UK degrees that lead there:

2452 Chartered architectural technologists, planning officers and consultants 1251 Property, housing and estate managers 3541 Estimators, valuers and assessors 2451 Architects 2121 Civil engineers 3114 Building and civil engineering technicians

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Course Details

Qualification: MSc
Study Mode: Full-time
Duration: 12 Months
Start Date: 2025
Academic Year: 2025
Campus / Location: Manchester
Scheme: Postgraduate
Subjects: Architecture and planning, Building and construction

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University of Manchester

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