Urban Planning, Design and Management BSc

University College London (UCL)London, United Kingdom

Tuition Fee

GBP 39,200

Start Date

Not Available

Study Mode

On campus

Duration

3 years

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Program Details

Degree
Bachelors
Major
Urban Planning | Geography
Area of study
Natural Science | Architecture and Construction
Timing
Full time
Course Language
English

Program Overview

Urban Planning, Design and Management BSc

The Urban Planning, Design and Management BSc at UCL is a future-oriented program that focuses on the planning and management of urban, social, and economic change in the built and natural environment. This degree is accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).


Program Overview

The program is designed to train a new generation of urban practitioners with the skills and creativity to understand, manage, and deliver urban change. Students will learn from leading academic experts from The Bartlett School of Planning and gain an understanding of how economic, social, and environmental dimensions impact urban environments.


Study Mode and Duration

The program is offered on a full-time basis, with a duration of 3 academic years.


Tuition Fees

  • UK students: 」9,790 (2026/27)
  • International students: 」39,200 (2026/27)

Program Starts and Application Deadline

The program starts in September 2026, and the application deadline is January 14, 2026.


Entry Requirements

A Levels

  • Grades: AAB
  • Subjects: Geography, Economics, Government and Politics, History, Business, Design subjects, English Literature, Sociology, Anthropology, and Religious Education/Philosophy preferred
  • GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4

Contextual Offer

  • Grades: BBB
  • Subjects: Geography, Economics, Government and Politics, History, Business, Design subjects, English Literature, Sociology, Anthropology, and Religious Education/Philosophy preferred
  • GCSEs: English Language and Mathematics at grade C or 4

IB Diploma

  • Points: 36
  • Subjects: A total of 17 points in three higher-level subjects, with no higher-level score below 5. Geography, Economics, Government and Politics, History, Business, Design subjects, English Literature, Sociology, Anthropology, and Religious Education/Philosophy preferred

Contextual Offer (IB Diploma)

  • Points: 32
  • Subjects: A total of 15 points in three higher-level subjects, with no higher-level score below 5. Geography, Economics, Government and Politics, History, Business, Design subjects, English Literature, Sociology, Anthropology, and Religious Education/Philosophy preferred

UK Applicants Qualifications

The program also accepts other UK qualifications, including:


  • Access to HE Diploma
  • BTEC National Diploma
  • Cambridge Pre-U Principal Subjects
  • Scottish Advanced Highers
  • T Levels
  • UAL Extended Diploma

International Applications

Country-specific information is available on the International Students website.


Course Overview

The program covers a range of topics, including:


  • Spatial planning
  • Urban design
  • Transport
  • Climate change
  • Rural planning
  • Urban regeneration
  • Real estate development

Teaching and Learning

The program includes a combination of lectures, seminars, practice-based activities, and project tutorials. Students will also have the opportunity to participate in field trips, site visits, and a voluntary two-week work experience placement.


Assessment

Methods of assessment include a combination of individual and group work, essays, examinations, project work, urban design and plan-making projects, and other skill-based practical work.


Employability

The program enables students to acquire highly transferable knowledge and skills, such as data collection, analysis, and presentation, graphic skills, GIS, and written, graphic, and oral presentation skills. Graduates have found employment in a range of sectors, including planning, urban design, economic development, housing, transport, and regeneration.


Accreditation

The program is accredited by both the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI) and the Royal Institute of Chartered Surveyors (RICS).


Fees and Funding

Information on tuition fees, funding options, and scholarships is available on the UCL Students website.


Next Steps

Application for admission should be made through UCAS. Applicants should demonstrate a sincere interest in the degree subject and an intellectual curiosity towards cities, society, economy, and environment.


About University

UCL is a top-ranked university with life-changing research and a_x000D_ progressive approach to academia, making it different from the rest. At UCL,_x000D_ postgraduate students learn by doing—shaping the world around them with a_x000D_ hands-on approach.

Services

Student services

  • UCL is committed to providing an inclusive learning and working environment where students and staff of all religions, and none, can thrive.

  • Their Student Support and Wellbeing team of expert wellbeing, disability and mental health staff provide a safe, confidential and non-judgmental space, in which you can discuss any issues that may be affecting your ability to study.
  • UCL's Student Centre houses a large prayer room and a small room for silent prayer and meditation.
  • UCL has schemes to help students who are facing financial difficulties The university provides support to international students, such as assistance with visas
  • A Personal Tutor is on hand to help you settle into UCL through practical guidance and support.

Housing services

UCL provides a range of accommodation for graduate students.  Our halls vary in size, facilities and history. Whatever stage you are at and whatever questions you have, the UCL Accommodation team is there to help and get you settled in quickly

Library services

You can access a number of library and information services to help you get the most out of your time with us. Your UCL user ID means that email, wifi, library and print facilities will be available to you whenever you need them.

The libraries are an invaluable resource, find out about the services they provide, when they are open and search the catalogue.

ICT services

Support is available from IT services 24 hours a day, ensuring that you have 24/7 cover for all IT queries.

IT Services is your point of contact for supported computer hardware, software, IT account or other IT related issues; including telephone, audio visual and printing queries.

Medical services

UCL’s partner GP surgery is located just a few streets from our main campus. Many students living in north and central London will fall within its catchment area and will be able to register with them. Registration involves a simple online form followed by an in-person appointment at the surgery. 

Student Life

Campus life

Sports facilities

UCL has numerous sports facilities in and around London, including full-size football, rugby and lacrosse pitches in Shenley in Hertfordshire, basketball, badminton and volleyball facilities just north of the Bloomsbury campus in Somers Town Sports Centre, and Bloomsbury Fitness: the UCL Students' Union health and fitness club.

Student clubs

Accreditation

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