Overview
About this Degree from Instituto Superior Técnico
When thinking about the concept of a modern city, the importance of spatial planning and urbanism is vital so that society itself can develop in the most optimal way possible. Territorial Management and Urban Studies professionals are able to actively intervene in a qualified and innovative way in the formulation of strategies and concrete solutions for the problems that arise in the planning, construction, rehabilitation and management of urban and metropolitan spaces.
Based on technical knowledge and a deep capacity for critical reflection, this master’s program aims to provide advanced training in the practice of planning and land management, as well as in the implementation of advanced and innovative techniques for processing information in the analysis of problems and responses in the scope of spatial planning and urbanism.
Career Opportunities
Instituto Superior Técnico MSc graduates in Territorial Management and Urban Studies may work in the design of systems, installations, equipment and services that promote the functioning of a territory. This Master Programme offers two types of professional opportunities: in research and in acting as a technical planning and territorial management, in employers such as:
- public and private consultancy bodies;
- land use planning and strategic planning;
- research entities.
Programme Structure
The Master Programme in Territorial Management and Urban Studies (Major) deepens knowledge in topics such as Geography, Urban Management, Organization and Territorial Planning, Environment and is divided into two distinct branches (30 ECTS):
- Urban Project
- Territorial Management
The programme structure offers the possibility of choosing subjects in this curricular component.
Key information
Duration
- Full-time
- 24 months
Start dates & application deadlines
- Starting
- Apply before , International
- Apply before , National
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Language
Credits
Delivered
Disciplines
Architecture Management Studies Urban Planning View 5 other Masters in Urban Planning in PortugalAcademic requirements
We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.
English requirements
We are not aware of any English requirements for this programme.
Student insurance
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Other requirements
General requirements
- hold a 1st cycle degree in Science and Technology (except in the case of the 2nd cycle in Architecture, which requires a 1st cycle degree in Architecture);
- hold an academic, scientific or professional curriculum that certifies their ability to do the MSc programme which they apply for.
Candidates are selected according to these criteria:
- affinity between the degree they hold and the programme they apply for;
- type of degree they hold;
- academic success in the programme they attended.
Tuition Fee
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International
3500 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 3500 EUR per year during 24 months. -
EU/EEA
1200 EUR/yearTuition FeeBased on the tuition of 1200 EUR per year during 24 months.
Living costs for Lisbon
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 Territorial Management and Urban Studies.
Available Scholarships
You are eligible to apply for these scholarships but a selection process will still be applied by the provider.