RESEARCH DEGREES
MPhil; DBA; PhD

TAUGHT COURSES
MSc/PgDip in Environmental Planning
MSc/PgDip in Urban and Regional Planning
Pg Certificate in Planning Studies
MSc/ Diploma in Urban Development

Research is a central activity of the Department, including both training for higher research degrees and contract research.

The main areas of expertise among staff include local economic development, environmental planning, statutory land-use planning, urban and regional planning, urban regeneration and public policy. Geographical areas of interest include the UK, Europe, the Middle-East, North America and China. The Department places a strong emphasis on applied and policy-oriented research. It maintains close links with local and regional planning and development agencies throughout Scotland and the UK.

There are normally about six full-time and three part-time researchers registered for PhDs or MPhils by research in the Department. Four or five people complete successfully each year, reflecting the high priority attached to good supervision and progress monitoring.

Recent research degree topics include housing policy in China, partnerships in urban regeneration, environmental assessment, French planning, and conserving historic neighbourhoods.

Research degrees may include advanced coursework by special arrangement. Research students participate in regular research seminars of the Department and in a Faculty-wide doctoral programme in research methods. The Department has dedicated facilities for researchers, including office accommodation, computers, photocopying, a library information room and map collection.

The Department has successfully nominated applicants for University of Strathclyde Postgraduate Scholarships.

FURTHER DETAILS
for further information on research degree opportunities, please contact

Dr. Peter Ache Tel: 0141 548 4430 Fax: 0141 552 2511
E-mail : peter.ache@strath.ac.uk

TAUGHT COURSES

MSc/PgDip in Environmental Planning
MSc/PgDip in Urban and Regional Planning
Pg Certificate in Planning Studies
The MSc/Pg Dip in Urban Development

These courses provide postgraduate training in planning with a selection of specialised classes in local economic development, urban regeneration, sustainable development and resourcing regeneration.

The MSc/PgDip in Environmental Planning and the MSc/PgDip in Urban and Regional Planning together provide the Royal Town Planning InstituteŐs (RTPI) accredited professional planning qualification. This means that graduates are eligible to become corporate members of the RTPI once they have completed 2 years relevant practical experience.

The courses are available both on a full-time and part-time basis. Part-time study includes up to 35 days full-time attendance in each academic year and on the MSC/PgDip in Environmental Planning a full-time European study visit.

Students taking the full-time MSc/PgDip in Environmental Planning participate in a three-week placement at the start of the second semester.

The MSc/PgDip and Pg Cert. courses combine lecture sessions, seminars, applied studies, optional studies and advanced classes on the theory and practice of planning in the UK and abroad. All MSc students submit a dissertation.

The MSc/PgDiploma course in Environmental Planning consists of:

• introductory class outlining the history and theory of planning practice
• series of classes dealing with the context within which planning operates
• classes covering applied studies and the practice of planning both in the UK and Europe
• classes dealing with planning skills and techniques such as design and computing

The MSc/PgDip in Urban and Regional Planning consists of:

• selection of a number of specialised subjects in the fields of local economic development, urban regeneration, sustainable development, resourcing regeneration
• applied studies classes, interspersed throughout the course, bring together the various course components and develop planning skills to a high level
• research methods and dissertation.

The Pg Cert. in Planning Studies consists of:

• a selection of classes relating to specialist topics and planning practice.

The Board of Study may grant exemption from a part of the course to students submitting evidence of appropriate academic attainment. Any such exemptions must be approved by the Royal Town Planning Institute.

Course Length:

MSc/PgDip in Environmental Planning: 12 months full-time; 18 months part-time

MSc/PgDip in Urban and Regional Planning: 12 months full-time; 18 months part-time

Pg Certificate in Planning Studies: 12 months part-time

MSc/PgDip in Environmental Planning: a degree in an approved subject or appropriate professional experience or other equivalent qualification. Entry may be available to applicants with other qualifications who successfully complete the DepartmentŐs Bridging Course.

Pg Certificate in Planning Studies: qualified professionals from allied fields or returners to planning practice.

FURTHER DETAILS:

Dr Dory Reeves for the MSc / Pg Diploma in Urban and Regional Planning.
e-mail : d.e.reeves@strath.ac.uk
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The MSc / Pg Diploma in Urban Development

Course length MSc: 12 Months Full-time.

Course length Diploma: 9 months Full-time.

This course provides specialist training for those wishing to be involved in the general practice of urban development. Candidates should have either relevant experience or a degree or professional qualification in economics, surveying, geography, natural resource management, administration or other related fields. The course deals with the practical aspects of the development process, property market analysis with an emphasis on urban regeneration and economic development. Candidates for the MSc and the Diploma follow the same curriculum, but MSc students also submit a thesis on an appropriate aspect of urban development. Diploma students who achieve an appropriate standard may be permitted to transfer to the MSc. The course consists of lectures, seminars and case studies. Students take core classes in Urban Regeneration, Development Processes, Local Economic Development, Impact Analysis and Evaluation, Information Technology and several other relevant subjects. A field trip is a compulsory part of the course and an emphasis is placed on project work. The Board of Study may grant exemption from a part of the course to students submitting evidence of appropriate academic attainment.

Entry Requirements:
Applicants must normally have a Degree in an approved subject from a British or comparable overseas University.

Funding:
The Department can nominate up to 5 Scottish students for Grants provided by the Students Awards Agency for Scotland.

FURTHER DETAILS

Dr Frank Ennis Tel 0141-548-4053 Fax 0141-552 2511
Email: f.ennis@strath.ac.uk
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Application forms may be obtained from the Department. Applications are considered throughout the academic year, but applicants who are seeking funding are advised to apply by January prior to the commencement of the academic year.

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