Overview
The profession of urban and regional planning is concerned with the planning, designing and managing of the built environment. It is interdisciplinary in nature and integrates both the art and science of creating a better quality of life in a sustainable environment. At the local level the profession deals with the planning and designing of neighbourhoods, towns and cities. In contrast, the profession focuses on strategic and structural planning at the regional and national level. The profession seeks to balance between society and environment by managing developments through policies, strategies and plans.
Career Prospects
Graduates of the Urban and Regional Planning programme from University Teknologi Malaysia have fpund employment opportunities widely in the public and private sectors as well as non-governmental organisations (NGOs). In the public sector, the graduates are eligible to be employed as a planner at government agencies such as Jabatan Perancangan Bandar dan Desa, Jabatan Kerajaan Tempatan, Jabatan Perumahan Negara, Jabatan Pengurusan Sisa Pepejal Negara, Jabatan Lanskap Negara and local authorities. In the private sector, the graduates are eligible to work in planning consultation firms, property developers, project management firms and construction companies. Other opportunities for the graduates are to be an academician or working with NGOs focusing on the society and the environment.
Programme Structure
- The programme aims to produce competent graduates equipped with essential knowledge and skills for a professional career in urban and regional planning and various related fields.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 18 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Credits
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Disciplines
Landscape Architecture Urban Planning View 11 other Masters in Urban Planning in MalaysiaAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
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Other requirements
General requirements
- A bachelor’s degree with good honours in a relevant field from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia or any other institutions of higher learning recognised by the UTM Senate; or
- Other qualifications equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree and experience in a related field recognised by the UTM Senate.
Tuition Fee
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International
4303 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 6455 EUR for the full programme during 18 months. -
National
1557 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 2336 EUR for the full programme during 18 months.
- National: 10,660 MYR
- International: 29,500 MYR
Living costs for Kuala Lumpur
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
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Scholarships Information
Below you will find Master's scholarship opportunities for Urban and Regional Planning.
Available Scholarships
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