Masters courses

We offer postgraduates a choice of exciting and challenging degree programmes across the disciplines of real estate, planning and urban design.

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Planning courses

We have two planning courses accredited by the Royal Town Planning Institute (RTPI). These programmes tackle some of the biggest global planning, urban design, and regional and urban development issues of our time.

Postgraduate taught

Urban and Regional Planning MSc

  • September 2023 start
  • 1 year Full-time
  • Accredited

Equip yourself for the planning profession by examining the factors that shape cities and rural areas and exploring how research is used in policy-making and evaluation.

Postgraduate taught

Urban Design and Planning MA

  • September 2023 start
  • 1 year Full-time
  • Accredited

Develop your skills in urban design and the planning and the development of cities by studying both the UK urban experience and rapidly urbanising cities in Asia and Africa.

Real estate courses

Our real estate courses are professionally accredited by the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (RICS). They’ll equip you for a career in chartered surveying, with a focus on real estate valuation, investment and development.

Postgraduate taught

Real Estate MSc

  • September 2023 start
  • 1 year Full-time
  • Accredited

Prepare yourself for a demanding and rewarding career in real estate and learn the analytical skills necessary to successfully sell, purchase, lease and manage property.

Postgraduate taught

Real Estate Planning and Development MSc

  • September 2023 start
  • 1 year Full-time
  • Accredited

Prepare for a career in real estate. This course will enhance your understanding of real estate and its role in the wider economy, with particular focus on the challenges of new developments.

Applied Geographical Information Systems

Learn about advanced spatial analysis, geovisualisation, policy applications of GIS in practice, thematic mapping and cartogram creation in our MSc Applied GIS.

Postgraduate taught

Applied Geographical Information Systems (GIS) MSc

  • September 2023 start
  • 1 year Full-time

Acquire the theoretical knowledge, technical skills and practical experience you need to launch a successful career in the fields of GIS, applied policy research or spatial data analysis.

Interdisciplinary course in International Development

Postgraduate taught

International Development MA

  • September 2023 start
  • 1 year Full-time

Learn about social and environmental justice, rural and urban development, citizenship and sustainability and develop a global network of expertise through industry and sector specialists.

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Postgraduate online open day

Book your place at our online open day on Wednesday 26 April to find out more about postgraduate taught study at the University of Sheffield.

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