Overview

60 credits of modules are studied in the autumn, and 60 credits of modules are studied in the spring semester. A research project is undertaken in the summer semester, also worth 60 credits.

Course structure

The Urbanism and Sustainable Environments degree at the University of Nottingham Ningbo China is 12 months over three semesters (full-time). The student is required to take 180 credits (60 credits per semester) over 12 months if full-time or 24 months if part-time.

Programme Structure

Courses include:

Sustainable Urbanism Project

Eco- and Smart Cities

Urban Development

Urban Systems and Techniques

Advanced Innovations in Cities

Key information

Duration

Full-time
- 12 months
Part-time
- 24 months

Start dates & application deadlines

Starting 2026-09-22 00:00:00
- Apply before 2026-06-30 00:00:00

Language

English

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6

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Credits

180 alternative credits

Delivered

On Campus

Campus Location

Ningbo, China

Disciplines

Sustainable Development Urban Planning View 14 other Masters in Urban Planning in China

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Academic requirements

We are not aware of any specific GRE, GMAT or GPA grading score requirements for this programme.

English requirements

TOEFL^® IBT

80

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PTE Academic

65

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IELTS

6

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Other requirements

General requirements

One recommendation letter on headed paper, signed and/or stamped

Academic transcripts and degree certificates (completed or results so far)

English language test score report if already received (e.g. IELTS or PTE Academic)

Personal statement

One photocopy of the main pages from your passport

One 2 inch color bareheaded photo with white background (Note: the head must occupy two thirds of the photo; photo dimension is no less than 320 × 240 pixels, the aspect ratio is 4:3; the file size is between 100kb - 500kb; jpg or jpeg format)

Identification document for applicants from China's Hong Kong, Macao and Taiwan regions

Hong Kong - a copy of Hong Kong Permanent Identity Card & Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents

Macao - a copy of Macao Permanent Identity Card & Mainland Travel Permit for Hong Kong and Macao Residents

Taiwan - a copy of China's mainland travel permit for Taiwan residents, front and back sides

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Tuition Fees

Tuition fees are shown in and the most likely applicable fee is shown based on your nationality.

International Applies to you

Applies to you

Non-residents

130000 CNY / year

≈ 130000 CNY / year
Domestic Applies to you

Applies to you

Citizens or residents

120000 CNY / year

≈ 120000 CNY / year

Additional Details

China's Hong Kong, Macao & Taiwan students: 120,000 RMB / year

Living costs

Ningbo

China

3980 - 6290 CNY / month

The living costs include the total expenses per month, covering accommodation, public transportation, utilities (electricity, internet), books and groceries.

Funding

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Work Permits

International students in China are generally not permitted to work while studying. Limited exceptions may apply with special approval from your university and authorities. Always confirm the current rules locally.

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Credits

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Academic requirements

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Living costs

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