MSc Spatial Planning

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 60% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 72, with at least 17 in Listening, Reading, Speaking, and Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 59.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

Oxford Brookes University offers a range of scholarships to support students in their academic pursuits. These scholarships are designed to recognize excellence, encourage diversity, and provide financial assistance to deserving students. 

1. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: These prestigious scholarships are awarded to high-achieving international students who demonstrate exceptional academic performance. The scholarships cover a percentage of tuition fees for the duration of the student's program.
2. Academic Excellence Scholarships: Oxford Brookes University provides scholarships to UK and EU students based on academic merit. These scholarships are available for both undergraduate and postgraduate programs and can contribute towards tuition fees.
3. International Scholarships: Oxford Brookes University offers a range of scholarships specifically for international students. These scholarships may be based on academic merit, nationality, or specific areas of study. Eligible students can receive financial support towards their tuition fees.
4. Access and Widening Participation Scholarships: Oxford Brookes University is committed to promoting diversity and inclusion. These scholarships are available to students from underrepresented backgrounds, such as those from low-income families or who are the first in their family to attend university. The scholarships provide financial support and other resources to ensure equal access to education.
5. Subject-Specific Scholarships: Some academic departments at Oxford Brookes University offer scholarships that are specific to certain fields of study. These scholarships may be based on academic achievement, research potential, or other criteria relevant to the subject area.
6. Sports Scholarships: Oxford Brookes University recognizes the importance of sports and supports talented athletes through sports scholarships. These scholarships provide financial support, coaching, and access to training facilities to help students balance their sporting commitments with their academic studies.

Oxford Brookes University offers a range of scholarships to support students financially and recognize their achievements. From international scholarships to subject-specific and sports scholarships, the university strives to ensure that talented and deserving students have access to higher education. These scholarships contribute to fostering diversity, promoting academic excellence, and providing opportunities for students to pursue their educational goals at Oxford Brookes University.

Graduates of the MSc Spatial Planning program have a wide range of career prospects in the field of urban and regional planning. 

1. Town Planner: Graduates can work as town planners, contributing to the development and implementation of planning policies and strategies at the local government level. They assess development proposals, conduct spatial analysis, and ensure compliance with planning regulations.

2. Urban Designer: Graduates can pursue careers as urban designers, focusing on the physical design and development of urban spaces. They work on projects related to urban regeneration, public space design, and urban renewal, collaborating with architects, landscape architects, and community stakeholders.

3. Policy Analyst: Graduates can work as policy analysts, analyzing planning policies and their impacts on urban and regional development. They assess policy effectiveness, evaluate alternative planning approaches, and provide recommendations for policy improvements.

4. Environmental Planner: Graduates can specialize in environmental planning, working on projects related to sustainable land use, environmental impact assessment, and conservation planning. They ensure that planning decisions consider environmental sustainability and promote ecosystem resilience.

5. Housing Planner: Graduates can pursue careers in housing planning, focusing on addressing housing needs, affordability, and social housing policies. They work with housing developers, local authorities, and community organizations to plan and deliver housing developments that meet diverse housing requirements.

6. Transport Planner: Graduates can work as transport planners, focusing on planning and managing transportation systems in urban areas. They analyze transportation patterns, develop strategies for sustainable transportation, and contribute to the design of efficient and accessible transport networks.

7. Consultancy and Research: Graduates can work in planning consultancies or research organizations, providing expertise in spatial planning and contributing to projects related to urban development, policy evaluation, and sustainable planning practices.