City and Regional Planning, Master of Science
Study programme description for study year 2022-2023
120
M-BYUTV
Master's degree (2 years)
Master i teknologi / sivilingeniør
4 Semesters
No
English
The goal of this study programme is to educate students who are equipped with multi-disciplinary competences, with the ability to create and evaluate sustainable, functional, safe, and resilient urban infrastructure and communities. The programme integrates technical subjects with design and social understanding. Placemaking, spatial analysis, conceptual development and design, as well as planning processes are central topics in this programme. The master programme in City and Regional Planning focuses on shaping sustainable and robust urban infrastructure and communities, along with renewable energy solutions. The target group for this study programme is planning-, civil engineering- or architecture students who are interested in combinations of design, technical and social issues. Experience with city/urban/spatial planning subjects as well as traditional and digital graphic design and representation skills are highly recommended. The study programme is a post-graduate programme that runs over four semesters and covers 120 ECTS, resulting in a Master degree in City and Regional Planning.
After having completed the master’s programme in City and Regional Planning, the student shall have acquired the following learning outcomes, in terms of knowledge, skills and general competences:
Knowledge
K1: Has advanced knowledge within city and regional planning, and specific insight into selected topics.
K2: Has in-depth knowledge about scientific theory and methods within city and regional planning.
K3: Can apply knowledge to new topics within city and regional planning.
K4: Can analyse relevant problems while taking planning history, traditions, methods and social responsibility into account.
K5: Can understand and evaluate technical and aesthetic aspects of existing urban environment as well as propose new ones.
Skills
S1: Can participate and lead interdisciplinary planning processes on city, region and neighbourhood scales.
S2: Can analyse a space in terms of topography, history, built environment and traffic.
S3: Can propose compound master plans and small-scale designs.
S4: Can shape sustainable, functional, safe and resilient environments.
S5: Can critically assess consequences associated with proposed land use, building development and transport plans.
General Competences
G1: Can analyse professional, theoretical and research-ethical problems.
G2: Can apply knowledge and skills to new areas in order to implement advanced tasks and projects.
G3: Can convey extensive pieces of independent work and master planning terminology –orally, written and graphically.
G4: Can communicate planning problems, analyses and conclusions, to both experts and the public.
G5: Can critically assess and reflect on literature and projects on city and regional planning.
G6: Can contribute to original thinking and innovation.
The programme consists of 20 ECTS method courses (G), 40 ECTS mandatory core study (F), 30 ECTS specialisation/electives or study abroad (U), and 30 ECTS Master`s thesis.
In the 1st semester of the study programme, the focus is on mastering basic planning and analysis tools and methods, and working on local planning tasks, before moving on to regional and international examples in the 2nd semester. Some topics and courses are shared between study programmes for city and regional planning, societal safety and renewable energy.
The 3rd semester gives an opportunity for international exchange. Students can for example spend an exchange semester in San Diego State University, or travel to Aalborg University (Dept. of Architecture, Design, and Media Technology), and choose between two specializations: Urban Architecture and Mobilities or Urban Studies.
As an alternative, students can choose to specialise in sustainable urban development and mobility, safe and robust cities, or renewable energy solutions, through elective courses at UiS.
The master’s thesis (BYGMAS) is usually completed in the 4th semester and addresses topics relevant to the study programme. Many students write their thesis with a company or public institution. Planning of the master’s thesis should start in the third semester.
Most courses have weekly lectures. Some courses include seminars, tutorials and mandatory hand-in projects or group work. The use of data tools is an integral part of most courses.
UiS has emphases on offering all study programmes as planned, but reserves the right to make changes subject to capacity and the number of students. Adjustments of content and structure of study programmes are natural in relation with changes in technology and society over time.
The programme’s combination of courses in technology and design, together with social understanding, give students a wide skillset, and thus a large spectrum of job opportunities. Typical examples include work in physical planning and management, urban design and planning, and urban analysis in both public and private sectors.
A completed Master of Science can qualify for admission to doctoral studies within Risk- and Societal Safety at the University of Stavanger.
Schemes for quality assurance and evaluation of studies are stipulated in Quality system for education
Enrolment year:
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Compulsory courses
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Master`s thesis city and regional planning
Year 2, semester 3
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Courses at UiS or exchange 3rd semester
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Courses at UiS 3rd semester
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Sustainable Urban Development and Mobility
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Urban Development Project 7
Year 2, semester 3
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Practical training in City and Regional Planning
Year 2, semester 3
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New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Year 2, semester 3
New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Study points: 10
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Urban Renewable Energy Solutions
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New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Year 2, semester 3
New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Study points: 10
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Societal Transition and Transformation - Energy and Climate Change
Year 2, semester 3
Societal Transition and Transformation - Energy and Climate Change
Study points: 10
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Energy, energy technologies, and energy system integration
Year 2, semester 3
Energy, energy technologies, and energy system integration
Study points: 10
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Urban Safety and Resilience
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New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Year 2, semester 3
New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Study points: 10
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Foundations of risk analysis and risk science
Year 2, semester 3
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Risk, Society and Governance
Year 2, semester 3
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Contingency analysis and planning
Year 2, semester 3
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Other electives 3rd semester
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Investment analysis
Year 2, semester 3
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Project Management
Year 2, semester 3
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Exchange 3rd semester
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Exchange 3rd semester
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Compulsory courses
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Urban Analysis and Planning Methods
Year 1, semester 1
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Placemaking
Year 1, semester 1
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Philosophy of Science and Research Methods
Year 1, semester 1
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Sustainable City Regions
Year 1, semester 2
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Selected topics in city and regional planning
Year 1, semester 2
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Master`s thesis city and regional planning
Year 2, semester 3
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Choose one course 2nd semester
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Energy and Environmental Politics and Policy in a Comparative Perspective
Year 1, semester 2
Energy and Environmental Politics and Policy in a Comparative Perspective
Study points: 10
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Digitalization, infrastructure and vulnerability
Year 1, semester 2
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Courses at UiS or exchange 3rd semester
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Courses at UiS 3rd semester
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Sustainable Urban Development and Mobility
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Urban Development Project 7
Year 2, semester 3
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Practical training in City and Regional Planning
Year 2, semester 3
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New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Year 2, semester 3
New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Study points: 10
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Urban Renewable Energy Solutions
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New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Year 2, semester 3
New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Study points: 10
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Societal Transition and Transformation - Energy and Climate Change
Year 2, semester 3
Societal Transition and Transformation - Energy and Climate Change
Study points: 10
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Energy, energy technologies, and energy system integration
Year 2, semester 3
Energy, energy technologies, and energy system integration
Study points: 10
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Urban Safety and Resilience
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New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Year 2, semester 3
New Technologies and Ideas for Sustainable City Development
Study points: 10
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Foundations of risk analysis and risk science
Year 2, semester 3
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Risk, Society and Governance
Year 2, semester 3
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Contingency analysis and planning
Year 2, semester 3
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Other electives 3rd semester
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Investment analysis
Year 2, semester 3
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Project Management
Year 2, semester 3
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Exchange 3rd semester
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Exchange 3rd semester
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3rd semester
Study abroad
Applicants admitted to the program are recommended to go on an exchange semester abroad as a part of their studies. UiS regards this exchange as a highly positive component of the program which will increase your employability. Students should select from their study program’s recommended universities.
Schedule for the exchange
Students can go on a study abroad experience during the 3rd semester of the master's program in City and Regional Planning.
This semester consists of 30 ECTS credits of electives. During the exchange semester you can choose subjects similar the master program specialization. The courses you want to take abroad must be approved by the department. It is important that the subjects/ courses from abroad not overlap with subjects you have already taken. An advice is to think about your specialization and your field of interest.
More opportunities
In addition to the recommended universities listed below, UiS has a number of agreements with universities outside Europe that are applicable to all students at UiS, provided that they find a relevant subject offering. Within the Nordic region, all students can use the Nordlys and Nordtek networks.
Find out more: https://www.uis.no/en/outbound-exchange-network-and-agreements
Contact your student adviser at the Faculty if you have questions about guidance and pre-approval of topics.
Sabrina Ebenhoch: https://www.uis.no/nb/profile/2707
General questions about exchange:
Go to the exchange guide in the Digital student service desk
Recommended institutions:
- Aalborg University, Denmark
- Polytechnico di Milano, Italy
- Griffith University, Australia
- Queensland University of Technology, Australia
San Diego State University, USA
- All countries
Aalborg Universitet
Aalborg Universitet (AAU) er kjent for å benytte seg av problembasert læring i grupper, noe som kan by på en spennende læringsprosess.
Griffith University
Griffith University er en populær utvekslingsdestinasjon for UiS-studenter. Universitetet er et særlig godt valg for studenter innen musikk/dans, hotell/turisme og business.
Politecnico di Milano University
Politecnico di Milano er Italias største tekniske universitet med om lag 40.000 studenter og er høyt rangert på en rekke internasjonale rankinglister.
Queensland University of Technology
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) er et av Australias største universitet med 40.000 studenter og en stor andel internasjonale studenter. Reis "down under" og bli en del av dette studentmiljøet du også!
San Diego State University
San Diego State University (SDSU) ligger helt sør i California, på grensen til Mexico, og bare et par timers kjøretur fra Los Angeles. Dette er en svært populær utvekslingsdestinasjon for UiS-studenter.
- Australia
Griffith University
Griffith University er en populær utvekslingsdestinasjon for UiS-studenter. Universitetet er et særlig godt valg for studenter innen musikk/dans, hotell/turisme og business.
Queensland University of Technology
Queensland University of Technology (QUT) er et av Australias største universitet med 40.000 studenter og en stor andel internasjonale studenter. Reis "down under" og bli en del av dette studentmiljøet du også!
- Denmark
Aalborg Universitet
Aalborg Universitet (AAU) er kjent for å benytte seg av problembasert læring i grupper, noe som kan by på en spennende læringsprosess.
- Italy
Politecnico di Milano University
Politecnico di Milano er Italias største tekniske universitet med om lag 40.000 studenter og er høyt rangert på en rekke internasjonale rankinglister.
- United States
San Diego State University
San Diego State University (SDSU) ligger helt sør i California, på grensen til Mexico, og bare et par timers kjøretur fra Los Angeles. Dette er en svært populær utvekslingsdestinasjon for UiS-studenter.
A bachelor´s degree within Planning, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or equivalent. The degree must include minimum 30 ECTS credits in physical planning, city and regional planning, landscape engineering, environmental or urban management, technical planning, or equivalent.
Admission to this master's programme requires a minimum grade average comparable to a Norwegian C (according to ECTS Standards) in your bachelor's degree.
Study Program Leader: Ari Krisna Mawira Tarigan
Student consultant: Sabrina Ebenhoch