PgCert City Planning and Design

Course Overview The Postgraduate Certificate in City Planning and Design at Queen's University Belfast provides a comprehensive foundation in urban development, blending theoretical insights with practical, real-world applications. Students engage with critical global challenges such as sustainable development, inclusive cities, and low-carbon transitions through seminars, live projects, and interdisciplinary exercises. The program emphasizes problem-solving skills and offers pathways to further accredited qualifications and diverse career opportunities in planning and related fields. Key Program Highlights Upgradable to an RICS-accredited MSc in City Planning & Design Live projects with professional clients, including real-world regeneration strategies in Northern Ireland International field trip to a leading European city for hands-on learning in urban regeneration Interdisciplinary collaboration with architectural students to enhance design and policy interpretation skills Focus on sustainable and inclusive urban development, covering topics like green infrastructure and community engagement