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Overview
The Urban Policy dual degree from London School of Economics and Political Science lasts two academic years: the first year is spent at Sciences Po, in the Master Stratégies Territoriales et Urbaines; the second year is spent at LSE, following one of three MSc programmes, in either Local Economic Development, Regional and Urban Planning Studies, or Urbanisation and Development.
Spanning a wide range of disciplines, including public management, economic development, urbanisation, project management, urban social analysis, and planning, this selective bilingual (French and English) programme will enable you to develop an understanding of the political, economic and social issues raised by contemporary urbanisation, at local and international levels, with a curriculum focused on the analytic tools used in the field of urban policy.
On completion, you will be awarded a master's from Sciences Po in Stratégies Territoriales et Urbaines, and an MSc from LSE in Urban Policy.
Careers
This programme provides the opportunity to develop a career focused on local and urban policy in the private, public or international sectors at the highest level. Graduates could be expected to go into positions in local/regional government; urban development, property and planning consultancies; community organisations; investment banks; regeneration agencies; central government urban affairs departments and property development.
Programme Structure
Course Overview:
- At Sciences Po, the academic year runs from early October to the end of June. You will follow a course of study that covers topics of urban sociology, economics and politics, along with elective courses.
- The second year runs from October until September of the following year. It comprises three terms plus a summer period for completion of a dissertation.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 23 months
Start dates & application deadlines
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Language
English, Partially taught in French
IELTS 7
PTE Academic 65
TOEFL® IBT 100
Credits
180 alternative credits
Delivered
On Campus
Disciplines
International Development Public Policy Urban Planning View 133 other Masters in Urban Planning in United KingdomAcademic requirements
GPA Upper Second Class
English requirements
IELTS 7
PTE Academic 65
TOEFL® IBT 100
Other requirements
General requirements
- 2:1 degree or equivalent in any discipline, and French Language proficiency, equivalent to TCF level 500/DALF C1
Tuition Fee
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International
15227 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15227 GBP per year during 23 months. -
National
15227 GBP/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 15227 GBP per year during 23 months.
- Home & overseas students, first year: €18,260 at Sciences Po
- Home students, second year: £16,440
- Overseas students, second year: £25,440
Living costs for London
1137 - 2157 GBP /month
Living costs
The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.
Funding
Studyportals Tip: Students can search online for independent or external scholarships that can help fund their studies. Check the scholarships to see whether you are eligible to apply. Many scholarships are either merit-based or needs-based.
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